This two-volume encyclopedia provides a detailed look at the Second World War from a naval perspective. Entries include types of vessels as well as specific ships, important historical figures in the
This two-volume reference on modern slavery contains five essays describing forms and causes of slavery and coerced labor around the world and its connection to such issues as migration, organized cri
Harrington, a high school librarian and part-time lecturer at Rutgers U. in the management of school library programs, uses role-playing and mystery to get students ages 10-14 involved in a problem-so
This guidebook to youth involvement in democratic politics examines the history of youth activism and current trends, often influenced by technology, leading to increases participation in American pol
This two-volume reference for high school and up presents alphabetical entries on the history, traditions, and cultural significance of places around the world related to all spiritual traditions, enc
The battles, military leaders, treaties, and roles of individual countries in the world wars and other conflicts are the broad topics of this 2-volume encyclopedia. The entries focus closely on milita
Part of series designed to provide reference handbooks on major contemporary political and social issues, this volume documents the emerging roles of women in developing countries and their contributi
This three-volume set of of encyclopedias, the coordinated work of 150 contributors, covers American movie history from the invention of the zoopraxiscope to present day, giving attention to how movie
This book provides a lively understanding of the growing Latina/o population in the United States, highlights the problems that confront this ethnic group, and discusses proposed solutions to these i
This comprehensive text on the use of animals as military assets examines the varied and interesting roles that they have played in conflicts throughout history. Arranged thematically and by species,
A substantial augmentation of the original edition, which was published in 1999, this second edition reference now occupies four volumes instead of three. Approximately 1200 entries are arranged alpha
This in-depth examination reviews fundamental changes of the past decade that have reduced homelessness in the United States and other Western democracies.
This encyclopedia provides detailed information about the historical, cultural, social, religious, economic, and scientific significance of gold, across the globe and throughout history.
This comprehensive compilation of short entries, longer topical essays, and primary source documents chronicles the historical development of the United States from an economic perspective.
This book features the stories of 200 heroic individuals awarded the Medal of Honor for their distinguished military service while fighting for their country, from the Civil War to the conflicts in I
This thorough examination of the roots and motivations for U.S. national security space policy provides an essential foundation for considering current space security issues.
This book provides a comprehensive reference guide for studying and researching the rise and fall of Senator Joseph R. McCarthy and McCarthyism in American political life.
An unprecedented academic undertaking reflecting an extraordinary new vision of world history, this landmark multivolume encyclopedia focuses on specific themes of human development across cultures e
This chronological overview of the role of the environment in the United States covers the 17th century to the contemporary era, providing many insights into one of the most important aspects of Amer
This handbook provides a straightforward account of how women have served in combat roles and explains the ongoing controversy surrounding efforts to legalize combat assignments for female service me
This book offers a critical look at celebrity and celebrities throughout history, emphasizing the development of celebrity as a concept, its relevance to individuals, and the role of the public and c
During Operation DESERT STORM, January--February 1991, U.S. Air Force warplanes flew more than 83,000 sorties---59 percent of all coalition combat sorties---completely gutting Iraq's aerial and ground
From prehistoric times to 2000 B.C.E., this fascinating resource presents pro and con arguments for a series of unresolved controversies concerning significant historical development.
This fascinating compilation of reference entries documents the unique relationship between mass media, propaganda, and the U.S. military, a relationship that began in the period before the American
Written by an international team of acclaimed folklorists, this reference text provides a cross-cultural survey of the major types and methods of inquiry in folklore.
A comprehensive two-volume overview and analysis of all facets of espionage in the American historical experience, focusing on key individuals and technologies.
This encyclopedic collection of more than 200 of the most decisive and important battles throughout world history gets a fresh interpretation by a noted military historian.
This book examines civil liberties in China today, covering the topics of constitutional rights of citizens, rights of the criminally accused, the court and legal systems, and judicial conflicts betw
This comprehensive overview of Venezuelan history, culture, and politics is designed to ground the high school student's knowledge of the crucial role of the nation on the international scene.
A comprehensive examination of American women scientists across the sciences throughout the 20th century, providing a rich historical context for understanding their achievements and the way they cha
