History - United States
--See also History - General
Books - Ebooks - Journals - Articles - Websites
The library's books on history can be found by searching the catalog. For more information on how to search the library's catalog, view our tutorial.
One can find Ebooks either by searching NetLibrary or by using the library's catalog. To retrieve only ebooks from a catalog search, use the advanced search option and choose "Ebooks only" under limits. To view books in the Net Library from home, you will first need to set up an account from a computer on campus. To learn more about searching NetLibrary, view our tutorial. Many older books and some primary resources are available from internet libraries for free. Two of the sites dedicated to making books in the public domain available freely on the internet are Project Gutenberg and Google Books (make sure to look for "Full View" on Google Books, as they also have limited previews for which one must pay to view fully).
Articles can be searched online using the databases in the Alabama Virtual Library. Some available databases associated with articles on US history are listed below. (Descriptions are from the AVL databases description page.) For more information about using the Alabama Virtual Library view our tutorial.
Academic OneFile - Academic OneFile is the premier source for peer-reviewed, full-text articles from the world's leading journals and reference sources. With extensive coverage of the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and other subjects, Academic OneFile is both authoritative and comprehensive. With millions of articles available in both PDF and HTML full-text with no restrictions, researchers are able to find accurate information quickly. Includes full-text coverage of the New York Times back to 1995. Updated daily.
Academic Search Premier - Full text and images from over 4,700 journals covering biology, chemistry, engineering, physics, psychology, religion & theology, etc.
African-American History and Culture - Biographies, encyclopedia, historical documents, photo gallery, maps and charts.
History Reference Center - History Reference Center features cover-to-cover full text for more than 650 historical encyclopedias and other non-fiction books. The database also includes full text for nearly 60 leading history periodicals; 58,000 historical documents; 43,000 biographies of historical figures; more than 12,000 historical photos and maps; and 87 hours of historical film and video.
SIRS Knowledge Source - Articles professionally selected from magazines, journals, and newspapers to provide general research information on topics exploring social, scientific, health, historic, business, and political issues. In addition to the general reference database, Researcher, the site includes SIRS Government Reporter for information by and about the U.S. government, and SIRS Renaissance for information in the arts and humanities.
World Data Analyst - This powerful yet easy-to-use online tool lets students analyze countries at a glance. World Data Analyst offers detailed statistical comparisons of countries around the world, using both the most recent statistics and historical figures. Plus, students can create tables, charts, and even export the information to a spreadsheet for printing and data crunching. Students can also link to country articles from the Britannica Concise Encyclopedia. It all leads to better understanding of our ever-changing world.
The Directory of Open-Access Journals has also created a list of free, open-access, peer-reviewed history journals which you can search for articles.
The Shelton State Library holds copies of many history journals. To find out whether the library holds print copies of specific journals, use the advance search option to search the Library Catalog using the limit "Periodicals Only." To find out which journals are available electronically through the AVL, search SerialsSolutions. You may also want to browse the Directory of Open-Access Journals' list of open-access, peer-reviewed history journals.
American Memory - American Memory provides free and open access through the Internet to written and spoken words, sound recordings, still and moving images, prints, maps, and sheet music that document the American experience. It is a digital record of American history and creativity. These materials, from the collections of the Library of Congress and other institutions, chronicle historical events, people, places, and ideas that continue to shape America, serving the public as a resource for education and lifelong learning.
Creative Impulse - World History and Western Civilization (http://history.evansville.net/)
An annotated directory of Internet resources for the study of history maintained by Nancy B. Mautz, a high school teacher. The topics include: Prehistory, Mesopotamia,Egypt, India, China, Greece, Rome, Byzantine, Medieval, Renaissance, Exploration, Baroque, Age of Enlightenment, Revolution, Age of Industry, and Modern.
History Guide (http://www/historyguide.de/)
A directory of over 1600 sites emphasizing Anglo-American history. A subject catalog includes resources in historiography, auxiliary sciences, and regional history (Europe, America, Asia, Africa, Australia ). A source catalog includes links to organizations, encyclopedias, bibliographies, journals, and source materials. Each resource is evaluated and rated for contents, clarity, index, links, and described with a set of Dublin Core metadata. Simple search in one or all categories or advanced search in several categories. From the Lower Saxony State and University Library at Gottingen, Germany.
HyperHistory Online (http://www/hyperhistory.com/online_n2/History_n2/a.html)
This timeline presents 3000 years of world history with a combination of colorful graphics, lifelines, timelines and maps. There are 3 major timeline indexes covering People, major Events, and general History. Names of people, places and events on the timeline link to brief historical narratives. A fourth link on Maps and an alphabetical Index of 800 people links to hundreds of related web sites.
The History Net: Where History Lives on the Net (http://www.thehistorynet.com/)
Cowles History Group. Articles on some of the most dramatic and important Great Battles in world history are the main reason to use this site. Articles may also be found under the ARCHIVAL topics: World History, American History,Arms ,Armies, Intrigues, Interviews, Eyewitness Accounts, and Historic Travels.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project (http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/)
Great site for finding primary historical resources. The three primary historical sourcebooks cover Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History. Theme sourcebooks include African, East Asian, Indian, Islamic, Jewish, Women's, Gay/Lesbian, Global History, and History of Science. In addition to full-text historical documents, a student can find links to secondary articles reviews, discussions, and more Web sites. Maintained and edited by Paul Halsall, assistant Professor of History at the
University of Florida.
World Civilization Virtual Library (http://www.faculty.de.gcsu.edu/~dvess/dvess.shtml)
This site helps students and instructors interested in specific historical periods from ancient to modern or in a good general survey of world history. Includes links to ancient and recent documents, and college level study units. Maintained by Dr. Deborah Voss, Associate Professor ofHistory, Georgia College & State University. Some study units are only available to GeorgiaCollege and State University Students.
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