Request items from the library

This page shows you how to request books, brochures and serials. 
See also how to Request items from archival collections.

STEP 1 - REQUEST

'Your List of Requests' now appears at the bottom right corner. There’s a maximum of three items per request, but you may submit multiple requests.

  • Click the 'Submit' button.

NB Clear the list by clicking on 'Remove all', remove a single item by clicking on the X'.

STEP 2 - RESERVATIONS

  • A new tab will open with a reservation form and an overview of your selected items.
  • Complete the Reservation Form.

NB Don’t forget to mention the year volume/issue if your request is for a serial.

  • Select the date of your visit (default is the current day until 4 p.m.).
  • Retype the two words at the bottom of the form. NB If you cannot read the words, try a new Captcha by clicking the icon. 
  • Click the 'Reserve' button.

STEP 3 – CONSULTING

  • You will receive an email confirming your request.
  • The item(s) will be ready for you to consult in the reading room with a copy of the request form.
  • When you return an item, please also enclose the request form.

See also: Rules concerning consultation.

WHAT IF
the 'Add to Request List' button fails to appear:

  • The item may be a visual document (photo, poster, etc.). If digitized, images (low resolution scans) of materials are displayed in the catalogue. Only in special cases can original material be viewed, by appointment.
  • The item is already reserved by someone else ('Item already reserved, please contact ask@iisg.nl').
  • The item cannot be consulted due to restrictions on use ('Item not reservable').

the text 'Item not found' appears:

  • Click the 'Refresh' button or press the F5 key
Collections IISG| Foto: Sicco van Grieken
Foto: Sicco van Grieken