If the book you want is not on its shelf, check the recently returned section as it may be waiting to be reshelved. This indicates that the item is in a separate area of the Library, or in a separate Store within another library. Sometimes the shelf mark has a prefix (eg Large, Stack, Store, Pamphlets). The shelf mark on the item record links to the floorplans so you can find the item in the library.
You can download an overview of each subject's classification scheme. The shelf mark usually begins with a subject name (eg Modern History), followed by a series of letters and numbers (eg P-2.06), and ends with a three-letter code, which is usually the first 3 letters of the author’s or editor’s surname (eg PLA). The shelf mark tells you where to find an item. It is important to make a note of the location, as copies of the same book may be held in more than one place. Ebooks can be accessed both on and off campus.įind a book on the shelf (understanding shelf marks)Įach book has a shelf mark and a location. There will also be a link to an ebook, if one is available. if it is on loan (in which case you can request the item).
LIBRARY BOOKS HOW TO
See our Library search help pages for search techniques and how to filter and save results.ĭownload our guide on improving your keyword search results (PDF).
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