Readers may use the e-databases via the following means:
．access via Internet with the library account.
．use the computers inside the Hong Kong Public Libraries via this webpage
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Result list of e-databases available at Hong Kong Public Libraries.
The availability of e-databases is subject to change without prior notice.
e-Databases
The following e-databases are available for access via Internet with the library account.
The availability of e-databases is subject to change without prior notice.
e-Databases
Art & Architecture Source
Art & Architecture Source is a full-text art research database covering information on fine art, decorative art, commercial art, architecture and architectural design, etc. The database comprises academic journals, magazines, books, trade publications and images with the earliest content dating back to 1914.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Architectural History , Architecture , Art History , Arts , Craft , Design , Landscape Architecture , Painting , Photography , Sculpture
Britannica Library
Britannica Library is an online database that provides current trusted information on a range of topics for learners of all ages and abilities. You can find a wealth of content in the database, such as articles, images and videos on history, literature, science, geography, arts and more. You can also view daily news headlines from around the world.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Arts , History , Literature , Science
Dragonsource Qikan Reading Service
Dragonsource Qikan Reading Service offers a wide variety of Chinese e-magazines from Mainland China and supports reading in both traditional and simplified Chinese characters. Readers can read both current and back issues of the e-magazines and use multiple search fields such as name of the magazine, article title, keywords and publication year to search for information.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Arts , Business , Culture , Education , Health , Law , Literature , Politics , Science
eLibrary
eLibrary is a collection of periodicals and digital media contents designed to support a wide range of users, including secondary and university students as well as professional educators. It provides essential information on a vast array of persons, places, historical events and eras, literary genres, current events and so on. The "Editor's Picks" and "Trending Topics" are effective guides for users to select research topics and locate authoritative information to support the claims made in their research.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Arts , History , Language , Literature , Mathematics , News , Science , Social Science
Gale In Context: Biography
It is a biographical database on several hundred thousand people in a broad range of subject areas. It provides a wealth of information on science, multicultural studies, business, politics, government, history, entertainment, sports, arts and literature.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Actor , Arts , Athlete , Business Leader , Filmmaker , Notable Person , Politician , President
Gale In Context: Elementary
It is a database on liberal studies for children aged between 4 and 11, covering various topics in arts, people, sports, science, etc., and pairing with kid-friendly magazines and news articles, images and educational videos. Its read along function facilitates English learning for early readers.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Arts , Literature , Nonfiction , People , Science , Social Studies , Sports , Teaching , Video
Gale OneFile: News
Gale OneFile: News provides full-text articles of English newspapers and magazines, as well as newswires and broadcast transcripts from around the world. It enables users to quickly search for articles by name of the newspaper or magazine, headline, date, author and section, or conduct a search with other options available.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Arts , Business , History , Magazine , News , Politics , Science , Technology
OmniFile Full Text Mega
OmniFile Full Text, Mega Edition provides a wide range of research resources. It contains full-text articles dating back to 1972 as well as abstracts and indexing from publications as far back as 1909. The subjects covered include applied sciences, art, education, humanities, law, social sciences, technology, etc.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Applied Science , Arts , Education , Humanities , Journal , Law , Review , Social Science , SWOT Analysis , Technology
OverDrive Magazines
OverDrive Magazines offers a wide range of English e-magazines covering topics such as art, architecture, music, business, cooking, health, travel and outdoor, etc. This database also provides electronic magazines in other languages, including French, Spanish and German. Patrons can read both current and back issues of e-magazines online or download them to their mobile devices anytime and anywhere.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Architecture , Arts , Business , Cooking , Health , Sports , Travel
The following e-databases are available for access via this webpage only.
The availability of e-databases is subject to change without prior notice.
e-Databases
