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- Springer Link: Behavior Science and Psychology This link opens in a new window Psychology and Behavioral Science eBooks from Springer Nature.
- Oxford Reference This link opens in a new window The Oxford Dictionary of the Middle Ages is an essential new reference work covering all key aspects of European history, society, and culture from 500 to 1500 A.D., as well as the Byzantine Empire, Islamic dynasties, and Asiatic peoples of the era. It is designed both for medievalists, who need a detailed and reliable reference tool, and for students and general readers seeking an accessible guide to the period. Over 800 scholars have assembled thousands of comprehensive entries, lavishly supplemented by hundreds of illustrations and dozens of maps.
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- Internet ArchiveDigital books collection
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- Project Gutenberg Offers over 45,000 free eBooks
- Standard eBooks This link opens in a new window Public domain literature. All Standard eBooks have been updated with aesthetics and modern functionality in mind and are DRM-free.