Parker Library on the Web provides access to high-resolution digital copies of manuscripts in the Parker Library of Corpus Christi College (Cambridge University Press, 1912). The collection includes 559 manuscripts, most of which were numbered and catalogued by M.R. James in his 1912 catalogue of the collection, as well as volumes given to the library . . .Continue reading Access the Parker Library
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Safari Books Online
Safari Books Online has recently been added to the Library’s list of All Databases. Our subscription includes access to the Safari Basic Tech Library. Focused specifically on technology, it covers the most recent 3 years of content published by Safari.
Cambridge Histories Online
New resource! Cambridge Histories Online contains over 280 volumes published since 1960. This database covers over 15 different academic subjects.
Royal Society of Chemistry
The Library has recently added the Royal Society of Chemistry Journals Archive. This archive provides access to peer-reviewed research journals in the areas of biology, biophysics, chemical science, materials, medicinal drug discovery, and physics. The RSC Journal Archive contains all articles published by the RSC (and its forerunner societies) from 1841 to 2004. The backfile . . .Continue reading Royal Society of Chemistry
19th Century Newspapers
The library now offers 19th Century U.S. Newspapers as a new resource. This collection provides access to primary source newspaper content from the 19th century, featuring full-text content and images from numerous newspapers from a range of urban and rural regions throughout the U.S.
Chicago Manual of Style Online
The Library now has access to the Chicago Manual of Style Online. A link for this online manual can be found on the Library homepage in the list of All Databases. This new resource provides access to both the 15th and 16th editions. The online Manual includes a Citation Quick Guide and other helpful tools.
“Like” the Science Library
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Database Trial Ends June 30th
The trial of Sustainability Watch runs through June 30th. Sustainability Watch provides evidence-based summaries on over 200 sustainability-related topics. The database monitors journals and periodicals, and presents best practices in a variety of sustainability areas including environmental impacts and pollution prevention initiatives, corporate citizenship, and long-term sustainable business practices.
The Constitution Goes To College
Want to read President Smolla’s new book, The Constitution Goes To College? The library has two copies which can be found at KF4225 .S636 2011. Click here to see if a copy is in. Call 294-2190 to place a hold. To see the rest of the books that the library owns by President Smolla, click . . .Continue reading The Constitution Goes To College
JB Duke Library Plays Role in 12th Place Ranking
Polling conducted by the college ranking service, The Best Colleges, reveals that students who graduate from universities with beautiful campuses typically report greater satisfaction with their college experience. TBC created a ranking of the 50 Most Amazing College Campuses, with Furman at #12. The JB Duke Library was specifically recognized as being “amongst the standout . . .Continue reading JB Duke Library Plays Role in 12th Place Ranking