Information books
We have books on all aspects of human knowledge, so if you’re looking for information we are the first place to try!
Our largest collection of books available for loan and reference is available at Slough Library. They are organised by subject:
1st floor: biographies, computing, cookery, crafts, DIY, drama, fashion, gardening, geography, health, languages, literature, music, pets, photography, sciences, sport, technology, transport, travel, true crime, warfare.
2nd floor: advice, antiques, architecture, art, beliefs, business, careers and courses, economics, education, EU, family history, history, law, philosophy, politics, religions, sociology.
Which books do we have?
Search our online library catalogue any time and anywhere from computers with internet access.
You can search for books using the quick search or by author or title. The 'Advanced Search' allows you to search by ISBN or you can limit your search to a particular library.
Once you have found a title you're interested in, check its availability. It will specify whether the book is borrowable (adult non-fiction) or reference (library use only) and whether it is available or on loan. Make a note of the shelf location (number and subject category).
Borrowing and renewing books
You may borrow up to 35 books for 3 weeks. Books can be renewed if no-one is waiting for them. You can check your loans and renew them on the library catalogue. Find out more about renewing items online.
Reserving books on loan
If a book is on loan to another library member, you may reserve the book for a small charge (see
library charges).
More about reserving books online.