ABC-CLIO offers a collection of online databases covering topics in history, government, culture, and current issues.Each database includes articles, primary sources, images, and other materials to support research and learning. This resource consists of eight parts which includes American Government, American History, Issues, United States at War, World History: Ancient, World History: Modern, Daily Life through History, and Modern Genocide.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context is a research database that covers current social issues from multiple perspectives. It includes articles, opinion essays, news sources, reference materials, statistics, and multimedia. Topics include gun control, climate change, immigration, censorship, and many more issues.
Sora ebooks is a free reading app for students that offers access to ebooks and audiobooks from Mercersburg Academy's digital library. Includes ebooks and audiobooks for class or leisure reading! Patrons can use the app—available from the App Store or online at the link above—and log in with their school Gmail account. The app includes features like adjustable text size, note-taking, and syncing across devices. More information on connecting to the local public library collection is available here.
The following databases are newly acquired or being evaluated for a future subscription.
The Cornell University Library Making of America Collection is comprised of primary sources in American social history from the antebellum period through reconstruction.
Sora ebooks is a free reading app for students that offers access to ebooks and audiobooks from Mercersburg Academy's digital library. Includes ebooks and audiobooks for class or leisure reading! Patrons can use the app—available from the App Store or online at the link above—and log in with their school Gmail account. The app includes features like adjustable text size, note-taking, and syncing across devices. More information on connecting to the local public library collection is available here.