Literature has long inspired filmmakers and screenwriters, who often labor to bring novelists' words, characters, and settings to the big screen. From such silent epics as Birth of a Nation to contem
Presents a history of discoveries in the physical and life sciences from 1946 to the present, and the impact of these discoveries on current issues, such as global warming, warfare, cloning, disease,
The quintessential "foreigners," Asians in the United States have encountered both fear of the commercial and military prowess of their home countries and complacency about their lot as members of a p
This modest-sized book presents a mine of information for both researchers and general readers. Its articles are divided into subject areas (e.g. Native American life, the economy, diet and health, an
Praise for the previous edition:"...provides students with a fun and hands-on way to explore their interests and options for a future career." Tech DirectionsThe current generation is the first one bo
The theory of evolution can be observed anywhere—from exotic tropical rain forests to our own backyards—and is based on three main principles: heredity, variation, and selection. In the 1
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental, emotional, and behavioral problems for children and adolescents. About 13 out of every 100 people ages 9 to 17 experience some kind of anxiety diso
Coauthored by the associate chief oncologist at St. Vincent's Hospital in New York City and a medical writer with a specialty in gerontology, The Cancer Dictionary, Third Edition is a clear and conci
The Boston Tea Party of 1773 is the most famous incidence of "tea parties" held to protest the British government and its taxes on the American colonies. British leaders and the British people marvele
Vivid characters and first-rate storytelling are the hallmarks of great popular fiction. The new Encyclopedia of American Popular Fiction is an A-to-Z guide to those authors and works that have enjoy
Coastlines offer some of the best scenery and recreation areas, yet they also rank among the most hazardous areas to live. The world's coastline extends for about 273,000 miles, and nearly half of th
Written in a clear and engaging style, The Encyclopedia of American Law Enforcement provides an A-to-Z history of the police and law enforcement authorities in the United States—from the 17th cen
This A-to-Z guide to feminist literature covers everything from the movement's origins in literature of the distant past, such as the poetry of Sappho and classic tales such as Cinderella and Bluebea
Encyclopedia of Judaism explores a religion that has a 2,000-year recorded history and has been a part of the culture of almost every country and society around the globe. Encapsulating all things Je
Queen Elizabeth had an enormous influence on fashion as a larger-than-life monarch who cultivated her own image with great care and guile. Under Elizabeth, England enjoyed a long period of peace and
Although censorship may seem to be a thing of the past, current controversies over books, movies, and Web sites prove that it is a very timely and critical issue. Encyclopedia of Censorship, New Edit
Encyclopedia of Protestantism is part of a set of encyclopedias on the religions of the world that emphasizes the living faiths and their historical and social backgrounds. In about 600 A-to-Z entrie
The industrial might of the United States grew in the 1930s and flourished during the two world wars. As businesses large and small supplied the needs of the country, they discarded their wastes in l
Ever since the violent end of the empire in 1521, the marvels and mysteries of Aztec Mexico have intrigued us. And in recent years, astounding discoveries from the excavation of the Templo Mayor in t
The United States entered the 1950s as a new and thriving society and as the most powerful nation in the world. After the Korean War, the United States continued to experience an economic boom. Howev
The use of therapeutic drugs is on the rise in the United States, and many Americans use more than one prescription or over-the-counter drug for everything from minor aches and pains to life-sustainin
Praise for the previous editions:"Up to date and colorful enough for even the most TV- and Web-savvy kids." Associated Press"About as close to a single-volume guide to everything as you'll ever find.
Although the 1970s may seem like a quiet decade compared to the 1960s, it was actually a time of violence and political unrest. It was also a decade of positive changes and many firsts. For example,
The decade nicknamed the Roaring Twenties was a time when the nation was at peace and the standard of living was, for the most part, rising. This time witnessed the birth of jazz and of uninhibited d
Lying on the coast of the North Sea in northwestern Europe, with Germany to its east, the Netherlands to its north, and France to its south and west, Belgium is located at the heart of one of Europe's
The 1990s was a lively and stormy decade. It was a time of great cultural change, from the spread of the Internet to the rise of Generation X. On the economic front, both a recession and the longest
In the period between 500 and 1500 CE, dress and textiles varied greatly from one part of the world to another, from one region to another, even from one village to another. In many parts of the wor
Careers in Focus: Space Exploration covers 17 jobs in the astronomical field. Job profiles include:Aerospace engineersAstrobiologistsAstronautsAstronomersAvionics engineers and techniciansChemical eng
Fashion discusses 20 careers in the fashion industry, from apparel industry workers to tailors.Careers profiled include:Apparel industry workersBuyersColor analysts and image consultantsCostume design
Careers in Focus: Agriculture, Third Edition explores 20 careers for those interested in the vast and diverse agricultural industry.Job profiles include:Agribusiness techniciansAgricultural pilotsAgri
Looks at the history of Chinese immigration to America, discussing the reasons for emigration, hardships they faced, and their influence on American culture.
A collection of critical essays discusses the works of the French novelist, including contributions by David F. Bell, Alexander Fischler, and Martin Kanes.
Presents critical essays discussing the work of the poet, including his poems "Middle Passage," "Frederick Douglas," and "Homage to the Empress of the Blues."
