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e-Reference

Our e-Reference books are digital copies of reliable reference books from Gale's Virtual Reference Library. They are made available through our library website. The e-Reference books are full-text, free, and always available. Each book is fully searchable and includes a table of contents, index, list of illustrations, and citation tool.

American Civil War Reference Library
Covers the events and people of the Civil War period, including biographical profiles and primary source materials.

American Decades
Covers events and social history from 1900-1999. Each decade includes a general overview, a chronology of world events, important social issues, historical information, and interesting trivia.

Business Plans Handbook
Hundreds of sample business plans taken from the manufacturing, retail, and service industries. Includes a sample business plan template, a glossary of small business terms, and a directory with listings of interest to entrepreneurs and consultants specializing in small business advice and planning.
College Blue Book
The definitive guide to thousands of 2- and 4-year schools in the U.S. and Canada, their programs, degrees, and financial aid sources.
Colonial America Reference Library
Designed for students, provides comprehensive information on the Colonial American period, including biographical profiles and primary source documents.
Encyclopedia of Science
Opens up the entire world of science in clear, non-technical language. Covers physical, life and earth sciences, math, psychology, engineering, technology, and the environment.
Endangered Species
Photos and maps illustrate the many species threatened by extinction. Each entry gives a species description, location, reason for endangerment, and measures being taken to prevent extinction.
Fashion, Costume, and Culture: Clothing, Headwear, Body decorations, and Footwear through the Ages
Provides a broad overview of costume traditions from diverse cultures, from prehistoric times to the present day.
Witchcraft in America
This fascinating and informative source covers the history of witchcraft in the United States from the witch hunts during the Colonial Period to modern day followers of Wicca.

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