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(More Info)	Dictionary of Classical Mythology
Substantive entries on figures of classical mythology; includes bibliographies for entries in appendix. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Oxford Dictionary of Byzantium
Covers all aspects of Byzantine history and civilization from the 4th to 15th centuries in three volumes, with bibliographies for each entry. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Social Theory
Contains nearly 350 entries written by authors from various countries on specific social theories, theorists, schools of thought, key concepts, and topical subjects. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Music and Dance of the World's Religions: a Comprehensive, Annotated Bibliography..
Contains some 3,800 references, most briefly annotated, to English-language print resources published mainly since the 1970s, including books and book sections, journal articles, dissertations, and entries in dictionaries and encyclopedias. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Middle English Dictionary
A 14-volume dictionary of Middle English from 1100 to 1475. Entries include meanings, grammatical forms, etymology, quotations, etc. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Times Atlas of European History
Covers over 3000 years of European history, with text and color maps which depict historically significant changes. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	How to Read a Film: the World of Movies, Media and Multimedia
This definitive work discusses how film operates as a language and the various techniques and concepts that are responsible for eliciting audience responses. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Political Anarchy
A reference book for students and scholars who want to know about anarchism (a social movement that believes in a society based upon consensus rather than hierarchical structures and the rule of force). Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of World Literature in the 20th Century
The four-volume set covers major and representative world authors, with biographical and critical essays. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	The Museum of Broadcast Communications Encyclopedia of Radio
International in scope, this encyclopedia spans the entire history of radio. With over 600 entries, it traces radio's role in the development of journalism, advertising, entertainment, propaganda, popular music, and much more. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Guide to Information Sources in Engineering
Essential guide for information resources related to all engineering fields. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Columbia Chronologies of Asian History and Culture
Brief essays for each historical period for different regions of Asia, with chronologies of important events in the areas of arts, culture, religion, technology and other aspects of culture. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Pioneers of Early Childhood Education: A Bio-Bibliographical Guide
An annotated bibliography of selected contributors to early childhood education. Each entry provides a brief biography, primary sources, and secondary sources. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	New Encyclopedia of the American West
A one-volume encyclopedia which complements the Encyclopedia of the American West. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Canadian History: A Reader's Guide
A two-volume companion to the historiography of Canada. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	HarperCollins Dictionary of Sociology
A resource that covers: major sociological terms and topic areas; other social science disciplines; influential sociologists; primary research methods; and frequently used "common language" terms. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Concise Encyclopedia of Sociolinguistics
Organized topically, with sections such as "Foundations of Society and Language," Language Variation," and "Language and Education." Also includes biographical profiles of influential figures. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Medieval England: An Encyclopedia
Entries cover the political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, literary and artistic history of England, with bibliography listing primary and secondary materials. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Mosby’s Medical, Nursing, and Allied Health Dictionary
Over 1,500 pages of specific medical information in a full-color nursing dictionary. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Platt Duutsch = Low German: A Brief History of the People and Language
This book traces the development of Platt through European history and shows its relationship to other Germanic languages. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of World Geography
Twenty-three volumes document the regional variety of planet Earth, each one concentrating on a different area or country and showing the pattern and order that lie behind constant changes of the environment. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of American Cultural and Intellectual History
Reference essays which examine American thought and life on a variety of social and intellectual topics. Includes good indexing and bibliographies. 3 volumes. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Loeb Classical Library
A collection of the writings of Greek and Latin authors found at PA3611-PA3612 (Greek authors) and PA6156 (Latin authors) on the 5th Floor. Provides original text paired page by page with an English translation. Find books in these series by doing an "Advanced Search" in WebCat, searching for "Loeb Classical Library" as a series, and limiting by author. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	L'Annee philologique; bibliographie critique et analytique de l'antiquite greco-latine.
Key bibliographic index of articles and books covering the literature, history, and culture of the classical world. Print version covers from 1928-present. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Greek Grammar (Smyth)
1956 edition of Herbert Weir Smyth's Greek Grammar. An online version of the 1920 edition is available through the Perseus Project Web site. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Motion Picture Guide
The only comprehensive encyclopedia of English-speaking and noteworthy foreign-language films. Each entry includes basic credits and a synopsis/critique of the film. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Thinkers of the Twentieth Century
Of the four hundred thinkers discussed in this work, nearly a quarter are philosophers. Each entry includes the person's works and a select bibliography of works about the author. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Social Work
Nearly 300 entries reflecting the most current and scholarly analyses of social work practice and research. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Rhetoric
Combining theory, history, and practice, this encyclopedia by Thomas Slone, has a special emphasis on public speaking, performance and communication. Cross-references, bibliographies after each article, and topical indexes further enhance the work. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Historical Dictionary of Socialism
Focus on socialism in the past and present in 327 entries on significant persons and parties, issues and institutions, concepts and competitors. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Greek Grammar of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature (BDF)
A translation and revision of the classic grammar of F. Blass and A. De Brunner, by Robert W. Funk. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Greenwood Encyclopedia of International Relations
A good historical encyclopedia with alphabetical arrangement by person, place, event (e.g. treaties) or term ("microstate"). Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Microscopic Anatomy of Invertebrates
This fifteen volume work covers all invertebrate groups, from protozoa to the invertebrate members of the phyla Chordata, with an emphasis on functional morphology. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Sports Injuries Sourcebook: Basic Consumer Health Information about the Diagnosis, Treatment, and Rehabilitation of Common Sports-Related Injuries in Children and Adults
Covers trends in the field, common injuries, those associated with specific sports, diagnosis and treatment, conditioning and training, and prevention. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Hispanic Literature Criticism
Hispanic Literature Criticism, a 2-volume set, focuses on contemporary authors. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Christian Hymnody in Twentieth-Century Britain and America: An Annotated Bibliography
"Practical elements of hymnody are covered, while the final chapter lists writings about individual hymn writers and other influential persons in the field." Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Canadian Encyclopedia
Online version of the standard reference on Canada. Does not include bibliographies. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	French Novelists, 1930-1960
Critical essays on the writings of 27 French novelists. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	On Moral Business: Classical and Contemporary Resources for Ethics in Economic Life
This extensive and deeply annotated bibliography was compiled and edited by Max L. Stackhouse, Dennis P. McCann and Calvin's Shirley J. Roels. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Oxford Classical Dictionary, 3rd ed.
An authoritative one-volume guide to all aspects of the ancient classical world, with 6250 entries which include bibliographies useful for the specialist as well as non-specialist. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Companion Encyclopedia of Asian Philosophy
A one volume work, but it contains extensive bibliographies for further research leads. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Using the Biological Literature: A Practical Guide
An excellent, fully annotated guide arranged by field of study: botany, zoology, etc. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Critical Survey of Drama
Provides 538 profiles of dramatists. Each entry includes a brief biography of the playwright, a short analysis of his or her major works, and an annotated bibliography. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Oxford Dictionary of Natural History
An acclaimed major reference work from which others have been developed. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Handbook to Literature
A standard guide to literary terms. Each entry provides a definition and often examples of the term. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Forest Sciences
Four illustrated volumes cover the comprehensive and contemporary field of forest sciences, from the genetic aspects of air pollution to landscaping and planning. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Issues for Debate in American Public Policy: Selections from the CQ Researcher
A compilation of sixteen recent articles from the CQ Researcher organized in seven subject areas. Explains complex issues; summarizes current debates; provides background information, including legislative and judicial; suggests possible future actions. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Dictionary of American History, 3d ed.
A multi-volume encyclopedia with concise articles dealing with the political, economic, social, and cultural aspects of American history. Includes bibliographies. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Grove Encyclopedia of Classical Art and Architecture
A new addition to our Oxford Digital Reference Shelf collection. This reference tool encompasses over four thousand years of artistry and innovation and spans every art form, medium, and civilization from Cycladic, Minoan, Helladic, and Etruscan art to the fall of the Roman Empire. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Oxford Companion to American Literature
This handbook contains concise entries on the major works, characters, authors, and literary movements of American literature. Read the full annotation

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