The MARC records for our Latin full-text databases – the Library of Latin Texts (LLT), the Archive of Celtic Latin Literature (ACLL), the Aristoteles Latinus Database (ALD), and the Electronic Monumenta Germaniae Historica (eMGH) – are now available for download directly from the databases.
As a result, the old Marc Records application will soon be removed from the BREPOLiS website.
As we have recently completed the data restructure of all four of these databases (see our previous blog post for more info), new sets of MARC records have been created to replace all previous ones. Institutional subscribers should update the links in their library catalogue accordingly if they haven’t done so already.
The new MARC records are available for download directly from the databases under the menu item “MORE” > “MARC”.
The Marc records for the online database Sources Chrétiennes Online (SCO) had already been available for download in the database itself under the menu item “More” > “Marc records”. A new set of Marc records for SCO will become available for download as soon as the SCO has received a new interface and data structure (scheduled for this spring).
Our goal is simple: make research on Latin literature in all its aspects faster, easier, and more intuitive. By restructuring the databases, we have:
simplified navigation across these large corpora of texts;
enhanced search functionality with new filters and perspectives;
added direct links to authoritative (online) resources for deeper exploration.
For a detailed look at the philosophy behind these changes, see our series of blog posts “Enriching the LLT”.
What’s New in Each Database
Most structural changes and additions to metadata have already been explained in these previous blog posts on the LLT. However, some database-specific features were added to the ACLL, ALD, and eMGH to better suit the needs of their specialist users.
Archive of Celtic-Latin Literature (ACLL)
We have integrated Lapidge & Sharpe numbers from the Bibliography of Celtic-Latin Literature (Dublin, 1985) as a dedicated reference work.
More detailed geographical filters based on Lapidge & Sharpe’s divisions help researchers focus on specific regions during their research.
Aristoteles Latinus Database (ALD)
In an enhanced form, we have maintained the navigation by Bekker columns, allowing direct access to translations or commentaries on specific Aristotelian passages.
Using the source language filter, users can quickly identify the original language behind each Latin translation.
Electronic Monumenta Germaniae Historica (eMGH)
Since texts in the MGH are often cited by their sub-series and volume (e.g. LL nat. Germ. 4,1), we have integrated the collection’s structure under “Reference Works”.
The redesigned interface works seamlessly on desktop and mobile, offering an intuitive search experience. This interface will also allow us to meet WCAG 2.1AA standards, ensuring accessibility for all users.
Looking Ahead
We are not stopping here: our CTLO team will continue to refine these databases and expand their corpora, while introducing new features as our platforms will continue to evolve. Our mission: enrich your research experience and broaden the panorama of (Latin) texts you can find in our databases.
As BREPOLiS marks its 25th anniversary, we are pleased to announce a range of exciting enhancements to our online databases. From a completely redesigned interface for the Library of Latin Texts to enhanced accessibility and search functionalities in our bibliographic databases, the platform continues to evolve to meet the needs of scholars worldwide.
Highlights include:
A new data model and interface for Latin databases
The launch of the Perspecti Citation Plugin for bibliographies
Accessibility upgrades across all platforms
A special extended trial subscription offer for institutions starting in autumn 2025
By introducing new features and continuously enhancing its functionalities, BREPOLiS remains a trusted gateway to high-quality research tools. Download the Newsletter here (PDF, 4 pages)
To mark the 25th anniversary of the launch of our first online database, we are pleased to announce an extended one-year trial subscription at half price, available from September 2025 through the end 2026. Start your subscription in September, pay for just 6 months, and enjoy 16 months of full access !
This offer is limited to new subscriptions and does not apply to renewals of current subscriptions.
The BREPOLiS platform currently offers access to 24 databases in a broad variety of research areas of the Humanities. Because it is sometimes difficult to clearly identify the chronological demarcation of each database, we have brought them together in a convenient timeline.
A more detailed version of the timeline, including additional information on the ‘Typology’ of the various databases, the languages they cover, or the product clusters they belong to, can be downloaded here(PDF file).
