Research a Topic: General Research & Information
- Biography Resource CenterFrom Genghis Khan to Lady Gaga, Biography Resource Center provides both quick and in depth biographical information.
You will need a library card for remote access.
- CultureGrams Online DatabaseWorld cultural information
for all ages from elementary school to the business traveler. Includes worldwide photo
gallery, famous people collection, and a unique recipe collection from all countries in
the database.
You will need a library card for remote access.
- NC LIVE: Data & DemographicsMore data & information from NC LIVE.
This is an NC LIVE resource.
- NetLibraryA collection of thousands of eBooks. All you have
to do is create a free personal account.
This is an NC LIVE resource.
- Opposing Viewpoints Resource CenterCondenses the most controversial social topics of today giving students access to the research and statistics needed for papers, speeches and more.
You will need a library card for remote access.
- World Book WebProvides the World Book Encyclopedia,
Dictionary, and Atlas all in one search. Also contains ways to make timelines and
links to primary source material.
You will need a library card for remote access.
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- BiographiesRead biographies, watch interviews, and video clips of Presidents, Athletes, Entertainers, World Leaders, and more.
- How Stuff WorksExplains hundreds of subjects, from car engines to lock-picking to ESP, using clear language and tons of illustrations.
- Librarian's Internet IndexDon't look here for news about the latest pop idol. However for reliable information on an amazing range of topics, this non-profit site is highly recommended.
- WikipediaA free content encyclopedia project. Written collaboratively by volunteers from all around the world. With rare exceptions, articles can be edited by anyone.
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- U.S. Government Printing OfficeThe U.S. GPO disseminates official information from all three branches of the Federal Government. The information provided on this site is the official, published version and can be used without restriction, unless specifically noted.
- U.S. National ArchivesOf all documents and materials created in the course of business conducted by the United States Federal government, only 1%-3% are so important for legal or historical reasons that they are kept forever. Those valuable records are preserved and are available at the National Archives.
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