There are three places to search for ebooks in the Healey Library ebook collections and the catalogs, UMBrella and WorldCat at UMass Boston.
UMBrella
UMBrella is one of the best places to search for ebooks. You can search for ebooks by title, author, subject or keyword.
Start your searches for only ebooks by choosing from a selection of filters including Availability, Material Type and Publication Date.
Availability - Limit to Full Text Online - Limits to items that are accessible online
Material Type - Limit to Books
Publication Date - Useful in finding ebooks in specific date ranges
Ebook Databases
Search the library ebook databases individually. The largest ebook collection is available in Ebook Central and it covers many subjects.
WorldCat at UMass Boston
Find ebooks through WorldCat at UMass Bostont but you must limit your search to UMass Boston. Here are the steps to access eBooks from WorldCat@UMass-Boston.
NOTE: You cannot access or borrow ebooks from other libraries.
Search for your topic or book then select eBook under Books on the left side of the screen
Once you find the eBook title you're looking for, just click on the View eBook link which will take you directly to the book.
If you are off campus, you will be prompted to enter your campus user name and password.
To schedule a research consultation, click on the link below and log in with your UMB email.
