Evans Library: History: History Sources

Recommended History Sources

The Evans Library provides online access to a large number of history related articles. You can search for articles in databases by clicking on the links below. Need more help? Ask a Librarian!

History Reference Books (Salem Press)
Titles cover a wide range of topics spanning American and world history, providing thought-provoking coverage of the most important moments and figures throughout history. Designed for high school, undergraduate and public libraries, these resources promote a greater understanding of how history has shaped the modern world.

These books can be always be found in the 1st floor Reference section of the Evans Library. eBooks can be used anywhere by clicking on the title of the book. Need more help? Ask a Librarian!

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eBook Central's History Collection
From off-campus enter your MyFM username and password to access these books
eBook Central's History Collection
From off-campus enter your MyFM username and password to access these books
eBook Central's History Collection
From off-campus enter your MyFM username and password to access these books
Great Events from History, the 17th Century by Larissa Juliet Taylor (Editor)
Call Number: Ref CT117 .G74 2006 Lib. Use Only
ISBN: 1587652226
Publication Date: 2005-11-01
Great Lives from History, the 17th Century by Larissa Juliet Taylor (Editor)
Call Number: Ref CT117 .G74 2006 Lib. Use Only
ISBN: 1587652226
Publication Date: 2005-11-01
Located in the first floor Reference section. This series can only be used in the Evans Library.
Opposing Viewpoints in American History, Volume 1 by John C. Chalberg (Editor)
Call Number: Ref E173 .O7 2007 Lib. Use Only
ISBN: 9780737731842
Publication Date: 2006-12-13

Streaming films specific to history topics can be found in Films on Demand, Library of Congress' Digital Collection as well as PBS. A short tutorial on using Films on Demand is below. Need more help? Ask a Librarian!