Blog Posts by Subject: Criminology

The New York Public Library on Rikers Island: Bringing Books, Newspapers & Magazines to Inmates

by Miranda McDermott, Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
January 16, 2013

I was fascinated to learn that NYPL visits Rikers, as well as other correctional institutions in and around New York City.

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Criminal Justice Special Libraries and Museums

by Miranda McDermott, Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
October 16, 2012

Below are some criminal justice libraries and museums that I found.

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Read E-Books with SimplyE

Hand holding phone with SimplyE on screen

With your library card, it's easier than ever to choose from more than 300,000 e-books on SimplyE, The New York Public Library's free e-reader app. Gain access to digital resources for all ages, including e-books, audiobooks, databases, and more.

If you don’t have an NYPL library card, New York State residents can apply for a digital card online or through SimplyE (available on the App Store or Google Play).