Research Guides
Why should I use UW Libraries Search?
Because it connects you to millions of print books, eBooks, and special collections in the UW system.
Tip: If you use Advanced Search, you can select the “Material Type” option to limit to print books or eBooks. The “Language” limiter is great if you want to focus on a particular language – or “Date” for a time range. “Show Only” is useful for limiting to UW Special Collections.
Why should I use WorldCat / FirstSearch?
Because they connect you to millions and millions of national and international print books that are not directly in the UW system. You can request books, free of charge, through WorldCat or FirstSearch, or you can request materials through Inter Library Loan.
Tip: Everyone in TXTDS should request at least five books through Inter Library Loan.
Why should I use EBook Collections?
Because they connect you to scores of texts, some of which are in Libraries search and some of which are not.
Tip: Take fifteen minutes to explore HathiTrust and find something rare, unusual, and exciting.