Hampton has directories and guides available for sale. A directory is an informational listing, which may be of individuals, businesses or other commercial establishments. As a matter of fact, this site itself is a great example of a directory, with business listings. A guide can be on a specific topic, such as travel and tourism. It aims to provide comprehensive information on the topic at hand. They can be of various types, such as literary guide, encyclopaedia, compendium or manual, tourist guides, price guide and program guides. Both such documents and databases are not available in hard as well as soft copies, and these can both be obtained in Hampton. These are handy ways to find out more about a person or a business, or an interest, that one may want to take a look at. These databases are usually comprehensive, and yet concise, making assimilation of information easier.