Complete Classics Collection of Ancient China (Gu Jin Tu Shu Ji Cheng)

It is an online collection of classics of Chinese literature and culture, from ancient China through the Qing Dynasty. It covers works on astronomy, geography, history, philosophy, literature, politics, economics, art, education, agriculture, medicine, and more. The Online Database includes full-text and images of Chinese classics and it is searchable by keywords and subjects.

Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access

Tag: Arts  , Astronomy  , Classics Collection of Ancient China  , Culture  , Dance  , Economy  , Education  , Encyclopedia  , Ethics  , Geography  , History  , Medicine  , Military Affairs  , Music  , Philosophy  , Politics  , Qing Dynasty

 

 

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: Animals  , Arts  , Geography  , Health  , Literature  , Music  , Nonfiction  , People  , Science  , Social Studies  , Sports  , Teaching  , Technology  , Video

 

 

Naxos Music Library

It is a highly resourceful online music database which includes the complete Naxos, Marco Polo and Dacapo catalogues. Music genres covered include classical music, jazz, folk songs around the world, traditional Chinese music, …etc. While enjoying the music, users can read the biographies of composers or artists and the programme notes of the works.

Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access

Tag: Album  , Audiobook  , Biography  , Classical  , Concerto  , Dacapo  , Folk  , Guitar  , Harmony  , Jazz  , Marco Polo  , Music  , Music Exam  , Opera  , Orchestra  , Piano  , Quartet  , Symphony

 

 

Naxos Music Library Jazz

It is one of the most comprehensive online libraries on jazz music around the globe, which offers a large selection of classic and contemporary jazz music albums released by the world’s famous jazz labels as well as the works by jazz artists and composers through different ages. It covers a wide range of music genres, such as "Blues", "Contemporary Jazz", "Contemporary Instrumental", "Nostalgia" and "Pop and Rock".

Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access

Tag: Album  , Biography  , Blues  , Instrument  , Jazz  , Music  , Nostalgia  , Pop Rock

 

 

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  , Music  , Travel