Encyclopedia of World Biography
Originally published in 1973 by McGraw Hill; this authoritative set represents the first complete revision in 25 years. This edition includes approximately 2;000 more entries than the first; with more women; multicultural and international coverage; bringing the total to approximately 7;000 biographies on notables from every part of the world and from all time periods.
Dictionary of American History
The first comprehensive revision of this classic reference source; originally published in 1940; features updated and revised entries from previous editions; as well as more than 800 new entries covering recent events and topics not covered previously.
Countries and Their Cultures
Focuses on cultures and countries around the world; specifically what is and is not shared culturally by the people who live in a particular country. Entries contain descriptive summaries of the country in question; including demographic; historical; cultural; economic; religious; and political information.
UXL American Decades
Covers 20th-century events and social history beginning in 1900 and ending in 1999. Each decade is covered in a single comprehensive volume. Chapters begin with a chronology of world events and a general overview of the decade.
UXL Encyclopedia of Science
This alphabetically organized set opens up the entire world of science in clear; nontechnical language. Topics profiled are related to the physical; life; and earth sciences; as well as to math; psychology; engineering; technology; and the environment.
Worldmark Encyclopedia of the Nations
Presents easy-to-understand information on 200 countries and dependencies from around the world. Entries discuss a variety of topics in detail; from banking and securities to climate; from government data to demographic statistics. Also includes biographical essays on national leaders.
Fashion; Costume; and Culture: Clothing; Headwear; Body Decorations; and Footwear through the Ages
Provides a broad overview of costume traditions of diverse cultures from prehistoric times to the present day. Examines more than 430 items of human decoration and adornment; ranging from togas to turbans; necklaces to tennis shoes.
Worldmark Encyclopedia of the States; 6th ed.
Details current geographical; social; and political data; historical narrative; and statistical information on the 50 states; District of Columbia; Puerto Rico; Caribbean and Pacific dependencies of the U.S. Each entry consistently contains data on 50 rubrics. Maps; tables; flags and official state seals included.
Endangered Species
Including the addition of 25 new species; this new 2nd edition is completely updated to reflect the changes in endangered and threatened status. Color photographs and maps provide further illustrate the many species threatened by extinction; including amphibians; birds; crustaceans; fish; insects; mammals; mollusks; reptiles; and more.
Drugs and Controlled Substances: Information for Students
This single-volume resource provides detailed information on the physiological and psychological effects of addictive drugs and substances; from illegal drugs to commonly abused classes of prescription and over-the-counter drugs.