Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL) This Los Angeles County Library database includes many great science reference books. Login with your own Manhattan Beach or Hermosa Beach Public Library card number, or use Mira Costa's. Ask at the library or email Mrs. Lofton for the card number.
Google Scholar Provides access to books, articles, and more from scholarly peer-reviewed material. Some are the full text source; some are previews with links to find full source.