This volume in the Perspectives in American Social History series highlights the extraordinary contributions of ordinary men, women, and children in the transformation of the country in the time of A
This comprehensive volume explores the intricate, mutually dependent relationship between science and exploration--how each has repeatedly built on the discoveries of the other and, in the process, o
A unique resource that synthesizes existing primary and secondary sources to provide a fascinating introduction to the development and dissemination of science within history's great empires, as well
What is it about science that generates all those great plotlines? Rather than producing an encyclopedia the size of a major planet, Cartwright (science, U. of Chester) and Baker (literature and film,
The world of Internet law is constantly changing and is difficult to follow, even for those for whom doing so is a full-time job. This updated, everything-you-need-to-know reference removes the uncert
America's celebration of victory at the end of World War II was short lived. Rapidly escalating tensions with the Soviet Union helped spawn a new era of fear and suspicion as the United States sought
This encyclopedia explores the many long-standing influences of Africa and people of African descent on the culture of the Americas, while tracing the many ways in which the Americas remain closely i
Written for high school and undergraduate students and general reader, this encyclopedia forms part of the transatlantic series, which highlight various aspects of history, commerce, politics, and cul
For students in science and the humanities, Young (biology, Alverno College) provides a history of environmental science, from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries to the present, with a focus on t
Focusing on science's contribution to racist ideology, this textbook surveys race-centered research from the late 18th century to the present day. It addresses questions about the evolution of the con
Kuersten's (political science, Western Michigan U., Kalamazoo) reference work provides a broad overview of gender discrimination and inequality in the U.S., demonstrating the importance of this topic
Originally published in 1887 by W. Blackwood & Sons (Edinburgh), this text presents a comparative study of European folk tales. Journalist and scholar Clouston grouped the stories according to common
This single-volume text gives students and researchers a creditable source for reference on the subject of church and state and direct access to the text of the court cases that are the basis of the r
This three-volume reference provides a complete guide for readers investigating the crucial interplay between war and religion from ancient times until today, enabling a deeper understanding of the ro
This four-volume work provides a detailed, multicultural survey of established as well as "neW" American religions and investigates the fascinating interactions between religion and ethnicity, gender,
This survey of US policy in the years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks provides a critical examination of key figures, events, and policies in the US global war on terror and the invasions and occupat
This is the only book since the fall of the Soviet Union to analyze the security of the newly emerged independent states in the strategically vital region of Central Asia and the Caucasus.
This four-volume encyclopedia chronicles the historical roots of the United States' current military dominance, documenting its growth from continental expansionism to hemispheric hegemony to global e
This two-volume encyclopedia provides a comprehensive and authoritative examination of the history and current character of American prisons and jails and their place in the U.S. corrections system. •
This timely resource provides a history of the development of space weapons and warfare strategies and a comprehensive reference guide to the growing literature on the subject.
This exhaustive treatment of the Puritan movement covers its doctrines, its people, its effects on politics and culture, and its enduring legacy in modern Britain and America.
A timely, historical look at Fourth Amendment jurisprudence, covering more than two centuries of search-and-seizure law, from landmark judicial decisions to enduring controversies.
This comprehensive encyclopedia details the close ties between the German-speaking world and the Americas, examining the extensive Germanic cultural and political legacy in the nations of the New Worl
In one of the lengthiest, noisiest, and hottest legal debates in U.S. history, Cruel and Unusual Punishment stands out as a levelheaded, even-handed, and thorough analysis of the issue.
Through the use of primary source documents, readers can learn about key opinions and legislation in the important field of animal rights and welfare—a current and highly relevant topic.
This entry in the Perspectives in Social History series examines the course and consequences of Reconstruction on the former Confederate states by focusing on the everyday people who lived through it
Scholars of history, communications, and similar fields from many countries present 250 entries on topics relating to propaganda. Some entries are geographical such as the Arab world, Indonesia, or S
Presents an overview, including a chronology of events, of the gay civil rights movement and includes information about court decisions, laws and statutes, prominent people, the positions of major org
Lewis (religious studies, U. of Wisconsin) has compiled an encyclopedia (with 21 contributing authors) that is an accessible guide to the UFO craze, covering both the notoriously humorous pop culture
Drawing mostly from secondary sources, Rose, who is given no credentials, presents short entries on a great many creatures as well as countries and creature types. Her coverage is weighted toward Euro
A broad introduction to a major turning point in human development, this book guides the reader through the emergence of civilization in Mesopotamia, when city life began and writing was invented.
Intended for AP-focused American history high school students, this book supplies a complete quick reference source and study aide on the Great Depression and New Deal in America, covering the key the
This timely and authoritative resource combines both topical and country-by-country coverage to help readers understand the coexistence of church and state in nations around the world today.
A unique two-volume examination of the progress women have made in achieving political equality, Women and Politics around the World addresses both transnational and gender-related issues as well as
This work is a distinctive, multidisciplinary encyclopedia covering the cultural, political, economic, musical, and literary impact that Ireland and the nations of the Americas have had on one anothe
