Each collection varies in terms of usage, printing and access capabilities. See the collection specific information (tabs above) for further details.
You can request an e-book for purchase by filling out this form.
An e-book, short for electronic book, is a book in digital format. Some books are born digital (were never in print previously) and others are digital copies of the print format. E-books have grown steadily in numbers and preference with the advance of gadgets that are used to read the e-book in our increasing digital age.
Siena College offers e-books from several providers, all of which are available via Saint Search. Many of them also have records in CYRIL, the catalog, as well. Click here to see a complete listing of all e-books found in CYRIL.
Searching is available via Saint Search or our classic catalog.
Many of the e-books available at Siena has a record in CYRIL. There are ways to tell if an item is an e-book or a print book:
The use of e-books is available off-campus for members of the Siena Community. Once you have located a book in the catalog, click on the appropriate link to get to the e-book platform. Before you land at the platform you will be prompted for your login credentials (the same login used for the computers on-campus). Enter your credentials and you should then pass through to your desired e-book.
The librarians are happy to help answer e-book questions, help set up devices and troubleshoot problems. You are encouraged to fill out this form for an appointment.
