Try to identify useful subject headings for your research: Do a keyword search for your topic, then look at the subject headings in the records of books that look good. Example subject headings:
Use these subject headings in 2 ways:
1) In Exact search, choose subject, then type the exact subject heading. This brings up a list of subject headings, starting with what you typed.
2) In Keyword search, type all or some of the words in the heading. Then choose "all of these" in the subject. This brings up a list of all books that include these words in the subject(s).
Use GIL, GSU's library catalog, to find books in our library. The catalog also lists other materials in the library - including microfilm, dissertations, movies, music and special collections.
A keyword search is a good place to start if you are looking for information on a topic. If you have more specific information, you can also search by title, subject or author.
If GSU's library doesn't have what you need, you have, don't give up. There are several options to get the book you want:
Universal Catalog - includes all Georgia public colleges and universities. To see information about participating USG schools, click here. Request books through GIL Express, or use your Panther Card to check out books at USG schools.
Emory - you can also borrow materials at Emory with your Panther Card
ARCHE - with a special ARCHE borrower's card, you can check out books from several local private colleges. Click here for information about ARCHE schools and getting a borrower's card
Atlanta-Fulton County Public Library Catalog - GSU students & faculty may obtain library cards from the Atlanta-Fulton County Public Library, then borrow materials.
Use Interlibrary Loan to request books you find in the following catalogs
(or any other library catalog):
Worldcat - North American libraries and beyond.
Center for Research Libraries - a cooperative effort among member libraries to collect unusual and unique materials.
Still stuck? Get more information, or ask a librarian for help.
GIL and GILFind both include records for both print and electronic books.
Not sure how to work with an electronic book? Check out our eBooks research guide.
