Library - Online Books Guide: Getting Started

An eBook (electronic book) is a book in digital format. It can be accessed from a computer or handheld device. The University of Johannesburg’s staff and students have access to a range of e-books, some bought individually, others belonging to packages/collections.

eBooks LibGuide Pages:

Why use Online Books?

• Access 24/7 from on and off campus with Internet access.
• Search Library Catalogue to trace Print & Online Books
• You don't need to physically be at the library in order to get access to e-books.
• They cannot be lost or stolen
• The text is searchable
• In many cases unlimited numbers of users can access the same book at the same time
• No fines for overdue books
• The fonts can also be re-sized for a better reading experience

All eBooks subscribed/purchased are available on the UJ Catalogue. There are a few ways to find eBooks:

• Search the UJ: Library catalogue
• Search on UJoogle
• Search A-to-Z Publications (OpenAthens) (select Category "Books")