On this page, you can learn when books are most useful for research, how to borrow books from other libraries with Interlibrary Loan, and even search the UML collection with our catalog widget.
We’ve also curated some select Chemistry handbooks that are available to view in eBook format. For other Library-accessible and open access titles (on biochemistry, polymers, and more), visit Chemistry Textbooks Libguide.
Depending on the title, you might need to log in with your UML credentials or create a different free account (Internet Archive, O'Reilly Media, etc.) before you can view eBook content.
What is a Book?
Any long-form written work can be considered a book, but the scope, publishing process, and intended audience (popular or scholarly) can vary greatly. In academic research, these variables mean that books can be more or less useful, depending on your topic.
Books are good for...
You can also visit the Library’s Guide to Searching for Books for strategies on finding useful books in our online catalog.
What is Interlibrary Loan?
How do I use Interlibrary Loan?
Can I get Interlibrary Loan items quickly?
If you have questions about your ILL request or account, please send an email to ILLSOUTH@uml.edu.