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FEATURED TITLES

  • Countries and Their CulturesCountries and Their Cultures
    Presents the cultural similarities within a country that set it apart from others by examining over 200 countries to document the myriad ways in which culture defines and separates the nations of the world as much as geographical borders do. Surveys each country’s shared values, behaviors and cultural variations from foods and rituals to pastimes and arts, using a standard entry format for easy comparison. Provides illustrations, photographs and maps. 4 volumes.
  • Dictionary of American HistoryDictionary 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. This authoritative work serves students, scholars, and general readers interested in a wide range of topics in American history, from the well studied and familiar to the obscure.
  • Encyclopedia of Espionage, Intelligence, and SecurityEncyclopedia of Espionage, Intelligence, and Security
    Comprehensive guide to the history, uses, related scientific principles, and technology of espionage and intelligence, written by experts in the field. Topics range from the historical use of espionage to the emerging use of technology in modern espionage and counterintelligence.
  • Fashion, Costume, and Culture: Clothing, Headwear, Body Decorations, and Footwear through the AgesFashion, 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. Explores how and why items were created, the people who made them, and their uses. This set shows how clothing, headwear, body decorations, and footwear reflect the different cultural, religious, and societal beliefs.
  • International Encyclopedia of Marriage and FamilyInternational Encyclopedia of Marriage and Family
    Includes articles specific to countries and to religious traditions, examining the history of family life within these cultures and discussing how families have been affected by political and social change.
  • Renaissance: An Encyclopedia for StudentsRenaissance: An Encyclopedia for Students
    A survey of the Renaissance-era topics most studied in high school world history, art literature, economics and science curriculum. Presents 465 alphabetically arranged entries broadly covering people, places, events, concepts, works of art and literature, and scientific achievements from around 1350 to 1620. For students in grades 7 and higher.
  • The Crusades Reference LibraryThe Crusades Reference Library
    The three-volume The Crusades covers everything from the First Crusade (1095-99) through the Ninth Crusade (1271-72).


Electronic Resources

  • Global Issues in Context
  • Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center
  • History Resource Center - World
  • History Resource Center - US
  • Literature Resource Center
  • Student Edition
  • Biography Resource Center
  • Science Resource Center
  • Health amd Wellness Resource Center
  • Informe
  • Kids InfoBits