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Languages & Travel

Articles & Databases
The Library subscribes to databases that contain articles and reseach materials that are not available on the open Internet. All
databases may be accessed from inside the Library. Most databases may be accessed from home using your library card and PIN; please see notes for each database.

AtoZ Maps Online(In-Library use only)
AtoZ Maps Online(Access from home or work; Belvedere & Tiburon residents only)
World's largest subscription-based database of proprietary, royalty-free world, continent, country, and state maps. Included in the 4,000+ maps are: political maps, physical maps, outline maps, population maps, precipitation maps, climate maps, and other thematic maps.

Global Road Warrior (In-Library use only)
Global Road Warrior (Access from home or work; Belvedere & Tiburon residents only)
Cultural and travel information for every country. Answers practical questions about visas, currency, maps, etiquette, and much more. Great for business travelers and student country reports.

Mango Languages (In-Library use only)
Mango Languages (Access from home or work; Belvedere & Tiburon residents only)
Mango's unique teaching method quickly engages you in real conversations between two native speakers. Your instructor will take you through every step of the process! Each lesson revisits previously learned material, but you have complete control over your learning experience.

 

 

 

Web Sites
The following resources are available to anyone with access to the Internet. If some cases, you may need to create a free account for full access.

Babel Fish Translation
Translate a block of text or a foreign language Web page using this handy tool from Yahoo.

Google Language Tools
Search for Web pages in a foreign language, or translate a Web page or block of text.

Your Dictionary
For language lovers! Quick word lookup, word translations, word of the day, links to crossword and other linguistic puzzles, and even links to foreign language lessons.

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