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(More Info)	Dictionary of the History of Ideas: Studies of Selected Pivotal Ideas
The ideas discussed in this work go beyond philosophical ideas. However, a significant number are directly related to philosophical issues. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Dictionary of the Middle Ages
Ed. Joseph R. Strayer. 12 vols. (1982-1989) + Supplement (2003). The bibliographies can be supplemented by looking at the more recent Lexikon des Mittelalters (see below). Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Dictionnaire de l'ancienne langue francaise : et de tous ses dialectes du IXe au XVe siecle
A dictionary documenting the use of French before 1500. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Drama Criticism
This resource contains criticism of the most significant and widely studied dramatic works from all the world's literatures. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Dutch Art: An Encyclopedia
Ed. Sheila D. Muller. New York: Garland, 1997. A one-volume encyclopedia with entries on various people and topics important in the history of Dutch art and art criticism. Includes good cross-references, indexes, and bibliography. Read the full annotation

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Dutch Biographical Resources

Dutch-English Dictionary

(More Info)	Economics and Religion
AnElgar Referenc containing a collection of journal articles and book chapters previously published 1939-2002. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Education and Sociology: An Encyclopedia
Over 90 essays from leading academic authorities in education provide information on the most current topics in the field. All articles are followed by extensive references. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Elections A to Z
A ready reference that defines and explains all the major aspects of the U.S. electoral and political systems objectively and factually. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of 20th Century Architecture
Covers architecture produced between 1900 and 2000. Topics define the production of architecture in the developed cities, countries, and regions of the world. Read the full annotation

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Encyclopedia of 20th-century Technology

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of African History
Examines the well-established topics in African history but also looks at the social, economic, linguistic, anthropological, and political subjects that are being re-evaluated or newly opened for historical analysis by recent research and publication. 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)	Encyclopedia of American Economic History
Articles on principal movements and ideas in American economic history. Includes bibliographies. 3 volumes. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of American Education
Written primarily for students of education, this 3-volume work covers every broad area of education - 200 subjects in all - in more than 2,500 entries. There are bibliographical references at the end of each entry. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of American Foreign Policy, 2d ed.
Articles on aspects of U.S. foreign relations, including important events, people, and ideas, as well as articles on U.S. relations with specific countries and regions. Includes bibliographies. 3 volumes. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of American Political Reform
Explores the accomplishments and mistakes, key players, and influential events that shaped the reform-oriented American political climate. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of American Social History
Articles on aspects of social history, including regional and ethnic subcultures, everyday life and work, popular culture, social protest and problems. Includes bibliographies. 3 volumes. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Astronomy and Astrophysics
This encyclopedia is the most comprehensive reference on astronomy and astrophysics ever published. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Business
Articles of 2000 plus words cover everything from the technicalities of manufacturing to the fine points of financial theory, along with legal, organizational and behavioral issues. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Chicago
The Encyclopedia of Chicago was developed by the Newberry Library in cooperation with the Chicago Historical Society. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Chinese Philosophy
Contains extensive bibliographies for further research leads. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion
A comprehensive resource to clothing and contemporary fashion. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Contemporary French Culture
This encyclopedia is not as current or as complete as the Encyclopedia of Modern French Thought (EMFT). Use this tool only if EMFT doesn't have information. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Contemporary German Culture
From the extensive overview articles of up to 2,000 words, to the shorter factual entries, the encyclopedia is thoroughly cross-referenced and includes useful further reading suggestions, along with a comprehensive index. Read the full annotation

Encyclopedia of Contemporary Spanish Culture

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Early Childhood Education
This reference work about young children in the United States is arranged in five broad categories: (1)historical and philosophical roots of early childhood practice; (2) sociocultural, political, and economic contexts; (3) perspectives on children; (4) early chilhood curricula and programs; and (5) perspectives on educators. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Ethical, Legal, and Policy Issues in Biotechnology
Includes bibliographical references and an index. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Ethics
Covers the ethical implications of topics from abortion to work. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of European Social History
Consists of 230 essays, ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 words, arranged in five volumes under broad topical categories. There are also chronological and geographical sections. The sixth volume contains relevant biographies and a detailed index. Includes bibliographies. Read the full annotation

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Encyclopedia of Food and Culture

(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)	Encyclopedia of Genocide
Alphabetical entries define names, places, and events associated with genocide, and major sections deal with the Armenian genocide, the Holocaust, and the process, detection, denial, and prevention of genocide. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Global Change
Encompassing tsunamis, elephant conservation, ocean pollution, mining regulation, and permafrost melt, the 300 authoritative articles in this unique and wide-ranging encyclopedia investigate all types of phenomena that change life on Earth. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Global Environmental Change
This 5 volume set covers physical, chemical, biological, and ecological dimensions of global environmental change; causes and consequences of global environmental change; and social and economic dimensions of global environmental change. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Health & Behavior
Designed with the overarching goal to collect together in a single resource the knowledge generated by this interdisciplinary field, highlighting the links between science and practice. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Human Nutrition
The Encyclopedia of Human Nutrition is broad based and covers a variety of nutrition related topics. Read the full annotation

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Encyclopedia of Industrial and Organizational Psychology

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of International Media and Communications
Provides a history and a recent snapshot of the world's media. Includes 219 signed entries with bibliographies and cross-references. Volumes are arranged by theme. Read the full annotation

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Encyclopedia of Junk Food and Fast Food

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Keynesian Economics
Contains biographies, brief articles on theoretical issues, and longer articles on the scholarship of Keynes. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture
Contains over 5000 articles, from lengthy essays on various issues to short biographies, each with further bibliographic references. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Leadership
Four volumes cover leadership theories, practices and effects using biographical essays, case studies and subject articles. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender History in America
This 3-vol. set is an accessible and scholarly reference that provides a comprehensive survey of lesbian and gay history and culture in the United States. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Major Marketing Campaigns
Profiles 500 of the most notable advertising and marketing campaigns of the 20th century. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Medieval Literature
Entries on significant themes, issues, works, and authors. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Microbiology
A four-volume work that includes bibliographic entires. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Minorities in American Politics
This two-volume set addresses the historical and contemporary impact of African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans. Read the full annotation

(More Info)	Encyclopedia of Modern American Social Issues
A reference source providing basic information on key concepts, terms, and events related to social welfare and reform, civil rights, politics, government, the environment, media, economics, health, family, religion, law, and education in 20th century America. Read the full annotation

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