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eAudiobooks and eBooks

eAudiobooks and eBooks from Overdrive

Our OverDrive service provides electronic versions of print books, some downloadable for reading and others downloadable for listening. Both eAudiobooks and eBooks may be used on a variety of devices such as PC's, laptops, and supported PDA's. (iPod is not supported.)

To access these digital books, you will need a valid library card, brief access to the Internet, and free software for the device on which you wish to use your digital book. Note: Digital Books can be enjoyed at home, at work, or when traveling, but may not be downloaded to Mission Viejo Library computers.

Click here to find a book and start downloading, or visit our information page for more information about OverDrive.

eBooks

Electronic books (eBooks) are exact replicas of the print version of a title made available online.

Reference eBooks
The following three popular reference titles (whose print versions can not be checked out of the library) can now be accessed anywhere there is an Internet connection:

Alternative Energy
This three-volume set introduces students to issues surrounding both current energy sources and alternative energy options. Alternative energy options include wind and solar energy, fuel cells, hydropower, geothermal power, and biomass energy. In addition, more theoretical sources are also explored, including cold fusion, zero point energy, and universal forces.

American Eras
Focuses on a variety of aspects of American history from early civilizations to 1899 including: world events, arts, business and economy, education, fashion, government and politics, law and justice, lifestyle and social trends, media, medicine and health, religion, science and technology, and sports and recreation.

Cold War Reference Library
This reference library covers the Cold War period between the Western powers and the Communist bloc--from the end of World War II through 1989. The Almanac treats the historic causes of the tension. Includes biographies of the lives and actions of major figures such as: Harry Truman, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin.

Countries and Their Cultures
Defines and describes the nations of the world. Using a standard entry format for easy comparison, each country's shared values, behaviors and cultural variations are surveyed -- from foods and rituals to pastimes and arts. Includes more than 1,000 photographs and more than 200 maps.

Elizabethan World Reference Library
The Elizabethan World Reference Library covers the broad sweep of the culture of the times, from Elizabeth's court to rural life, and from the New World explorations to the remarkable flowering of literature and drama for which the era is renowned. Perfect for both history and literatures studies, this set includes biographies and primary sources.

Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders
Provides information on genetic disorders, including conditions, tests, procedures, treatments and therapies, in articles that are both comprehensive and easy to understand.

Great Depression and the New Deal Reference Library
Covers the failure of the U.S. economy and its gradual recovery, with special attention to the New Deal, as well as the global situation, including the rise of Hitler. The biographies profile 29 major figures of the period. Primary Sources features annotated excerpts from speeches, newspaper and magazine articles, literature, and other documents from the period.

Grzimek’s Animal Life Encyclopedia
Serves as a major point of reference for researchers and students studying the animal kingdom. Thorough articles familiarize readers with animals found everywhere on the globe, detailing their life cycles, predators, food systems, overall ecology and much more.

Middle Ages Reference Library
The Middle Ages Reference Library explores the complex period of the Middle Ages, covering the different civilizations and peoples of Medieval times. It also includes biographical essays on significant individuals from the period and an insightful collection of full or excerpted texts from the era.

U*X*L Encyclopedia of Weather and Natural Disasters
Introduces students to the topic of weather and natural disasters while delving into the scientific aspects of various types of disasters including: blizzards, earthquakes, flooding, tornadoes, volcanoes, and wildfires.

Test eBooks
LearningExpress Library provides a completely interactive online learning platform for practice tests and tutorial courses designed to help patrons, students, and adult learners succeed on academic and licensing tests. You'll get immediate scoring, complete answer explanations, and an individualized analysis of your results.

The following are just some of the topics covered by these eBooks: Advanced Placement, ASVAB, CBEST, Civil Service, EMS, Elementary School Improvement, GED, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, Nursing, Real Estate, SAT, TOEFL, and U.S. Citizenship.

Business eBooks
 
Business and Company Resource Center
Companies, brands, rankings, and detailed company and industry news and information
ReferenceUSA Business Database
Detailed information on more than 12 million U.S. businesses

For Kids and Parents

TumbleBooks E-Books
Online e-books for e-kids

 

 
 

For more information
please contact
Valerie Maginnis, Director of Library Services
(949) 830-7100,
Ext. 3076

 
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