Sultan Qaboos cultural center library
The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center Library features a special collection of Arabic and English language books, periodicals and photographic works on the history, literature, politics and religion of The Sultanate of Oman. The range of resources covers art and architecture, law, Islamic Law, Ibadi Islam, Qur’anic studies, histories of Oman and Zanzibar, Arabic literature in the form of short stories and poetry, literary criticism as well as materials on science, education and libraries.
If you would like to request/or recommend a resource that would benifit our collection, please do not hesitate to email us.
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"Knowledge is not absolute and can always be revised,"
HIS MAJESTY SULTAN QABOOS BIN SAID | Address at Sultan Qaboos University in May 2000
Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center Library Now Online
SQCC is now on Overdrive! The online library features a collection of Arabic and English ebooks, audiobooks, and videos on history, travel, literature and religion of the Sultanate of Oman.
The Overdrive online library features hard to find electronic materials all accessible by computer or smart devices through Overdrive's Libby App.
Please use the Digital Library Registration Form to create an account, and then visit sqcc.overdrive.com or download the Libby app to begin accessing our e-book collection.
Interlibrary Loan Service (ILL)
Expand Your Horizons!
Can't find a book at our library? Request it through our Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service via WorldCat!
Features :
- Access Thousands of Libraries: Find books from libraries worldwide.
- Wide Range of Materials: Borrow books, DVDs, and more.
- Fast and Convenient: Quick delivery to our library.
How to Use the Service:
- Visit WorldCat: https://search.worldcat.org/
- Search for Your Book
- Submit a Request Through Our Website: forms.office.com/r/1XPenuiy13
Request Books from Other Libraries Now!
You may also request our books from your local library. Please contact your local library for more information.
Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center Library Survey
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Experience Oman in Virtual Reality!
Take a free self-guided tour of Oman National Museum by visiting the SQCC Library. Immerse yourself into a 360° virtual environment and explore every inch of Oman National Museum !
Collection Highlight
Discover the enchanting Sultanate of Oman, a land of oases, deserts, ancient stone cities, and rich history. In Oman: Under Arabian Skies, Rory Patrick Allen, edited by Eamonn Allen, vividly portrays Oman’s timeless beauty and cultural heritage.
Explore myths and legends of the Queen of Sheba, Sindbad the Sailor, and the Lost City of Ubar. Delve into Oman’s historical significance in the frankincense trade and its enduring Bedouin culture. Allen’s beautifully descriptive prose transports readers to a place where nature, history, and mysticism converge.
This captivating journey is a must-read for history and culture enthusiasts, blending ancient traditions and modern realities seamlessly.
Available For check out! Browse our Online Catalog for more books. www.sqcc.org/library
