Core Resources

American national biography

Full text. Scholarly. Biographical entries of deceased notable Americans. Also known as ANB.

Oxford dictionary of national biography

Full text. Scholarly. Biographical entries of deceased persons who shaped the history of the British Isles and Empire. Covers Roman Britain to the 21st century. Also known as DNB.

Additional Resources

Marquis who's who

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Marquis Who's Who on the Web, a 'high-speed', searchable online database, features comprehensive profiles on over 1.4 million of the most accomplished individuals from all fields of endeavor including: government, business, science and technology, the arts, entertainment, and sports. Search by name, gender, occupation, geography, hobbies and interests, religion and much more. Includes access to current biographies of all individuals who appeared in any one of the following Marquis print titles since 1985: Who's who in America -- Who's who in American art -- Who's Who in American history -- Who's who in American politics -- Who's who in the East -- Who's Who in the World -- Who's who in the Midwest -- Who's who in Asia -- Who's who in the South and Southwest --Who's who of American women --Who's who in the West -- Who's who in science and engineering -- Who's who in media and communications -- Who's who in American law -- Who's who in entertainment -- Who's who in medicine and healthcare -- Who's who in American education -- Who's who in finance and business (formerly Who's who in finance & industry) -- Who's who in American nursing -- Who's who in religion -- Who's who in 20th century America -- Who's who among human services professionals -- Who's who of emerging leaders in America.

World who's who

A searchable database which contains biographical information on the world's most emminent figures, including heads of state, key ministers, politicians, diplomats, religious leaders, the famous and successful in business, finance, technology, film, music, literature, fashion, sport and other professions. Entries include nationality, date and place of birth, education, marital and family details, past career and current position, honors and awards, publications, artistic achievements, leisure interests, and contact details, including e-mail and website addresses.