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Encyclopedia for all areas of science and technology. Read articles, research updates, and biographies of leading scientists throughout history. Details

With broad coverage of agriculture and its related fields, this collection provides a comprehensive view of this growing body of knowledge. Content that spans the industry -- from practical aspects of farming to cutting edge scientific research in horticulture.

This long-running daily newspaper was printed and published by Samuel Snowden in Alexandria, Virginia, under various names including the Alexandria Daily Gazette Commercial & Political and the Alexandria Gazette & Daily Advertiser. July 11, 1808 - Dec. 30, 1876: ONLINE in the Library or from home. Feb. 1784-Dec. 1811 and Nov. 8, 1924-Feb. 13, 1936: on microfilm available in the Local History Center

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Strong emphasis on titles covered in the EconLit database, this collection provides academic journals and magazines focusing on topics in economics.

Business Insights: Global has case studies, statistical data sources, news articles, and additional reference materials, organized by country, company and industry. Find both national and global coverage. Details

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This long-running Washington D.C. daily afternoon paper was published for more than 100 years and was one of the highest profile publications in the nation. Dates of coverage: Dec 16, 1852 - Dec 31, 1922.

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Farmers, landscape architects, and biotechnologists alike will have their information appetites sated with journals focused specifically on key issues in gardening, landscaping, and other areas of horticulture. A fertile and growing collection, this collection includes content relating to both the practical aspects as well as the scientific theory of horticulture studies.

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One-stop source for health research. Search reference books, health magazines and medical journals, pamphlets, drug indexes, and more. Includes health assessment tools, and special Alternative Medicine content. Details

Multi-source database provides access to the full text of nursing and allied health journals, plus the wide variety of personal health information sources.

Digital, searchable images of US federal census records from 1790 - 1930. Includes family and local histories, tax lists, probate records and city directories. Details

This long-running daily newspaper was printed and published by Samuel Snowden in Alexandria, Virginia, under various names including the Alexandria Daily Gazette Commercial & Political and the Alexandria Gazette & Daily Advertiser. July 11, 1808 - Dec. 30, 1876: ONLINE in the Library or from home. Feb. 1784-Dec. 1811 and Nov. 8, 1924-Feb. 13, 1936: on microfilm available in the Local History Center

This long-running Washington D.C. daily afternoon paper was published for more than 100 years and was one of the highest profile publications in the nation. Dates of coverage: Dec 16, 1852 - Dec 31, 1922.

Digital reproductions of every page from every issue. Another year added annually.(1851-2008) w/ Index (1851-1993)

Digital reproductions of every page from every issue. Another year added annually.(1877-1995)

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Designed for junior high and middle school students, InfoTrac Junior Edition features magazine, newspaper and reference articles for general topics.

Designed for elementary school students, Kids Infobits features easy-to-read magazine, newspaper and reference articles for general topics.

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From NewspaperDirect Inc. Today's newspapers from around the world in full-color, full-page format. Includes over 1,700 US and international titles (New York Times not available.) Just like reading the print edition. Note: Limit of 5 concurrent users - please remember to sign out. Details.

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Which branch gets what? See magazine coverage for each Arlington Library Location Please check with library staff about the Library's newspaper and microfilm holdings.

Learn a different languages through real, everyday conversations between native speakers. See available languages and details.

Periodicals and journals which cover the military or intelligence aspect of the aerospace industry, business, computer science, energy and mining, engineering, environmental science and political science.

Authoritative information on mutual funds and stocks. Find investment ideas or top-rated stocks and funds. Portfolio X-ray reveals the underlying details of your portfolio. Details

These streaming music collections include thousands of artists, ensembles, albums, and genres. The collection does have a limited number of concurrent users; if you cannot log in, please try again later.

The BBC language program enjoyed by families and language beginners of all ages. Muzzy is aimed at children from preschool to elementary school age. See available languages and details.

Find the Who, What, and Where of our government. Includes the "Basic Guide To US Government," "How Laws Are Made In Congress," "How To Contact Your Legislators" and a "Guide To Becoming A US Citizen." TIP: to find your representatives use the WHERE tab. Details.

The National Geographic Magazine Archive from 1888 to 1994 has the complete archive of the magazine to the mid-1990s, with every page, every photograph, and map, all fully searchable. Even the ads are included! Details.

Encyclopedia for elementary and middle school students. Includes articles with facts and figures, projects and experiments, maps, flags, and photos.

Science encyclopedia for elementary and middle-school students.

Digital reproductions of every page from every issue. Another year added annually.(1851-2008) w/ Index (1851-1993)

Today's newspapers from around the world in full-color, full-page format. Includes over 1,700 US and international titles (New York Times not available.) Just like reading the print edition. Note: Limit of 5 concurrent users - please remember to sign out. Details.

Current and archived stories (text only) from major US and International newspapers. Includes Washington Post, Washington Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal and more. Details.

Guide to fiction for adults, teens, and kids, covering over 300,000 titles included. Search for a specific title, author, series, or subject or browse reading lists, author-read-alikes, award winners, book discussion guides and more! Click on "Check the Arlington Public Library Catalog" to verify the book's availability. Details.

All aspects of the Nursing profession -- from direct patient care to health care administration -- will be of use to both professionals already working in the field as well as students pursuing a nursing-focused curriculum.

Accepted authority on the evolution of the English language over the last millennium. Find the meaning, history, and pronunciation of more than a half-million words, both current and obsolete.

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This collection provides useful information for any researcher in a social science, history, art, or liberal arts course.

Current and archived stories (text only) from major US and International newspapers. Includes Washington Post, Washington Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal and more. Details.

This set explores what makes people "tick" from childhood to death. This collection gives individuals a basic understanding of the study of the mind, emotions and how the human mind develops -- and diminishes -- over time.

The premier source of business and residential information for reference and research. For entrepreneurs, businesses, students, job-seekers or anyone wanting access to information on tens of millions of businesses and hundreds of millions of consumers in an easy to search format. Details

A custom selection of more than 250 magazines and academic journals covering religion and the related areas of philosophy, archaeology and anthropology.

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A comprehensive source of business and investment data and analysis on companies, stocks and mutual funds. Includes online versions of standard S&P publications: The Outlook, Bond Guide, Earnings Guide, Stock Guide, Stock Reports, and Daily Price Record. Details

Designed for high school students, InfoTrac Student Edition features magazine, newspaper and reference articles for general topics.

Information on colleges, technical schools, practice entrance exams, plus certification or professional license exams that show you what to expect and how to prepare for — and excel at — the next level. Tip: the Virtual Career Library and Resume Builder help job seekers by providing specific examples and tips for the job search. Just create a free account to use them. Details

TumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books for elementary school children. Created from existing picture books, adding sound, animation, music and narration creates an electronic picture book. Details

This collection provides coverage of the current thinking and events in U.S. History, as well as scholarly work being established in the field.

A comprehensive source of information and advice on approximately 1,700 stocks in 97 industries, the stock market, and the economy. Includes: Standard Edition | Small and Mid-Cap Edition | Mutual Fund Survey | Daily Options Survey | Convertibles Survey | Special Situations. Details

Digital versions of our encyclopedias, almanacs, and many other reference works. Search the full-text of one book, or cross-search the complete collection all at once. Details and Title List.

Offering content from over 300 largely full-text journals, this collection provides content from general career guides to highly specialized industry journals.

Researchers and students of history, social science, and current events will gain insight into conflicts: their causes, their impact, and how they are perceived on a global scale. Almost 100 full-text periodicals are included. Coverage begins in 1980.

Get complete ratings of firms and services in the Washington DC area, plus "CHECKBOOK Bargains" with competitive prices on thousands of big-ticket products at local stores. (Available only in the library, due to licensing restrictions).

Digital reproductions of every page from every issue. Another year added annually.(1877-1995)

Women's studies, women's cultural roles, feminism, and issues of gender.

This collection of nearly 40 predominantly full-text journals provides balanced coverage of events in World History. It is useful both to the novice historian and to the advanced academic researcher.

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