Over 19,000 biographies of significant, influential or notorious figures from American history written by prominent scholars. Our subscription has ended but many of these sources are in HathiTrust.
Covers all the major figures in world politics of the twentieth century. Authoritative and wide-ranging, it describes and assesses the lives of around 870 men and women who have shaped political events across the world.
Provides information on the history of science through articles on the professional lives of scientists. All periods of science from classical antiquity to modern times are represented.
Examines the lives and works of authors and illustrators for children and young adults and is the preeminent source on authors and literature for young people
Nexis Uni contains thousands of full-text sources including newspapers, wires, transcripts, newsletters, magazines, trade journals; also industry news, company information, law reviews, court decisions, statutes. Coverage dates vary. International and U.S. sources. (Previously called Lexis Nexis Academic).
Articles in scholarly journals, current and historical newspapers and other periodicals. Some journal article databases include a search limit by publication types, Biography and/or Obituary.
