New Reference Books

June 7, 2007
Atlas of the World From the publisher:  "The [Oxford] Deluxe Edition incorporates a host of large-scale North American maps plus a substantial number of completely new topographical maps of Asia and the Pacific where international interest is increasingly focused...Oxford's distinctive cartographic style, combining layer-colored contours with hill shading gives an exceptionally vivid depiction of landforms and the expanded index includes geographical features, historical placenames, as well as full latitude and longitude coordinates."	Reference Atlas Case G 1021 .G4125 2005
Career Opportunities in Writing From the publisher:  "According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 300,000 workers are employed as full-time writers in the fields of publicity, technical writing, and in-house writing alone. In addition, more than one million people work as professional writers, including freelance and part-time writers. "Providing detailed information on 90 jobs for prospective writers, Career Opportunities in Writing fully explores the job possibilities within the field of writing. While several support positions that require writing skills—such as copy editor/proofreader—are covered, the emphasis is on professions whose primary duty is writing. Extensive appendixes offer current, useful information, making this a one-stop source for anyone searching for more information on career opportunities in the field of writing."	Reference PN 151 .T38 2006
Continuum Encyclopedia of Young Adult Literature From the publisher:  "Young adult (or YA) literature and publishing are not simply flourishing. They represent perhaps the fastest-growing field of all. With graphic novels and so-called crossover works like the Harry Potter series selling in the tens of millions, the field of YA literature is one of the most dynamic and exciting in the U.S. and Canada. YA is increasingly an international phenomenon as well. The Continuum Encyclopedia of Young Adult Literature is the only reference guide to this phenomenon in any language... Among the authors and educators written about are: Judy Blume, Robert Cormier, Chris Crutcher, Will Eisner, James Cross Giblin, Karen Hesse, S. E. Hinton, Robert Lipsyte, Lois Lowry, Linda Sue Park, Gary Paulsen, Richard Peck, Philip Pullman, Louise Rosenblatt, J. K. Rowling, Art Spiegelman, Dorothy Strickland, J. R. R. Tolkien, and many others. A considerable effort is made to include authors and graphic-novel artists who are not found in any other reference work on adult or children’s literature. Another special feature is the topical article. These often include up-and-coming figures that are not covered in their own entry. There are 75 topical articles, including African American Literature; Asian American Literature; Australian Literature; Canadian Literature; Crossovers; Death and Dying; Fantasy; Feminist Fairy Tales; The Graphic Novel; Harry Potter – “Not Just for Kids Anymore”; Horror; Latina/Latino Literature; The Lord of the Rings and Beyond; New Zealand Literature; Science Fiction and Crossovers; Superheroes of the 1960s and Stan Lee; Witches and Dragons; Tween and Teen; Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow; and others. For easy reference, The Continuum Encyclopedia of Young Adult Literature features an appendix listing major-award winners as well as an index of names cross-referenced to entries where applicable.	Reference PN 1008.5 .C67 2005
Encyclopedia of American Civil Rights and Liberties, vol. 1-3 From the publisher:  "Covers the full range of civil rights and liberties in America from the antecedents of the Bill of Rights through the most recent controversies over political and social issues, including abortion, free speech, religious liberty, voting rights, and the guarantees of equality. It also addresses the civil rights and liberties issues stemming from America's ongoing "war on terrorism." Detailed entries include key concepts, historical events and developments, major trials and appellate court decisions, landmark legislation, legal doctrines, important personalities, and key organizations and agencies. Entries have an objective tone, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions."	Reference K 4748 .E53 2006
Encyclopedia of New Religious Movements From the publisher:  "New Religious Movements (NRMs) can involve vast numbers of followers and in many cases are radically changing the way people understand and practice religion and spirituality. Moreover, many are having a profound impact on the form and content of mainstream religion. The Encyclopedia of New Religious Movements provides uniquely global coverage of the phenomenon, with entries on over three-hundred movement from almost every country in the world. Coverage includes movements that derive from the major religions of the world and to neo-traditional movements, movements often overlooked in the study of NRMs. n addition to the coverage of particular movements there are also entries on topics, themes, key thinkers and key ideas, for example the New Age Movement, Neo-Paganism, New Religion and gender, NRMs and cyberspace, NRMs and the law, the Anti-Cult Movement, Swedenborg, Jung, Teilhard de Chardin, Lovelock, Gurdjieff, al-Banna, Qutb. "	Reference BL 31 .E453 2006
Encyclopedia of World Poverty, v.1-3 From the publisher:  "Poverty is more than just lack of income, it is deprivation from basic capabilities, rights, and freedoms that provide individuals the necessary choices and opportunities they need to lead a life they value. The Encyclopedia of World Poverty provides extensive and current information, as well as insight into the contemporary debate on poverty. The three volumes of this state-of-the-art Encyclopedia contain over 800 original articles written by more than 125 renowned scholars. The entries contributing to this work explore poverty in various regions of the world, and examine the difficulties associated with the definition and measurement of poverty, along with its causes and effects."	Reference HV 12 .E54 2006
Encyclopedia of World War I, vol. 1-5 From the publisher:  "From the conflict's historic origins to VJ Day and beyond, it offers readers unprecedented coverage of all aspects of the war as it played out in the corridors of power, in the minds of military strategists, on the battlefields, and in the lives of ordinary soldiers and civilians... Full of fascinating characters and insights, including a wealth of new information and new thinking about the war's events and impact..."	Refernce D 510 .E53 2005
Genreflecting:  A Guide to Popular Reading Interests, 6th ed. From the publisher:  "Focusing on what today's readers read, this classic guide introduces current genre fiction and popular reading tastes. By defining genres, describing their features and characteristics, and grouping titles by genre, subgenre, and theme, the book helps those who work with readers understand distinct patterns in reading habits and book selection. It thus helps users identify "read-alikes" and other titles their patrons will enjoy."	Reference PS 314 .P63R67 2006
Historical Dictionary of United States - China Relations From the publisher:  "The relationship between the United States of America and the People's Republic of China is traced in this dictionary containing hundreds of cross-referenced entries on the presidents and prime ministers, the secretaries of state and foreign ministers, other key players, and the more significant institutions and events. Everything from the Boxer Uprising in the late 19th Century to Nixon's historic visit to China in 1972, from the crisis over U.S. arms sales to Taiwan in 1982 to the U.S. bombing of the Chinese Embassy at Belgrade in 1999 is covered in this highly accessible scholarly work. "The book's introduction and chronology delineate the many differences in political, military, and ideological issues between the two countries. Two appendixes list all the United States Presidents and Secretaries of State, as well as all the Republic of China Presidents and Prime Ministers and the People's Republic of China Presidents and Prime Ministers, respectively. Supplementing the material is an extremely detailed bibliography of related materials."	Reference E 183.8 .C5 S883 2006
Historical Statistics of the United States: Earliest Times to the Present; Millennial Edition, vol. 1-5 From the publisher:  "Historical Statistics of the United States presents the numerical history of the United States. This definitive reference work contains more than 37,000 annual time series of quantitative historical information covering virtually every quantifiable dimension of American history: population, work and welfare, economic structure and performance, governance, and international relations, all from the earliest times to the present. Each series is fully documented and placed in historical context by a recognized expert. It will be a valuable resource for libraries, students, scholars, and journalists. There is nothing comparable." Volume 1:  Population Volume 2:  Work and Welfare Volume 3:  Economic Structure and Performance Volume 4:  Economic Sectors Volume 5:  Governance and Internation Relations	Reference HA 02 .H57 2006
One Planet, Many People:  Atlas of Our Changing Environment From the publisher:  "Increasing concern as to how human activities impact the Earth has led to documentation and quantification of environmental changes taking place on land, in the water, and in the air. Through a combination of ground photographs, current and historical satellite images, and narrative based on extensive scientific evidence, this publication illustrates how humans have altered their surroundings and continue to make observable and measurable changes to the global environment."	Reference Atlas Case GE 149 .O53 2005
Street Where You Live:  A Guide to the Place Names of St. Paul From the publisher:  "Do you know what landmark St. Paul restaurant occupies the site of an old lakebed? Where the first cocktail hour in Highland Park took place? Which St. Paul neighborhood takes its name from a curve in the road? "Learn the perfect trivial tidbit for parties, find destinations for Sunday drives, and get to know the city from pavement to park - in The Street Where You Live, St. Paul's secrets are revealed."	Reference F 614.54 .S4 E46 2006
Terms of Trade:  Glossary of International Economics From the publisher:  "Have you ever wondered what a term in international economics means? This useful reference book offers a glossary of terms in both international trade and international finance, with emphasis on economic issues. Besides an extensive glossary of terms, there is a picture gallery of diagrams used to explain key concepts such as the Edgeworth Production Box and the Offer Curve Diagram in international economics. This section is followed by several lists of terms that occur a lot in international economics, grouped by subject to help users find terms that they cannot recall. "Prior to the bibliography is a section on the origins of terms in international economics which records what the author has been able to learn about the origins of some of the terms used in international economics. "	Reference HF 1373 .D43 2006
Women's Movement Today: An Encyclopedia of Third-Wave Feminism, vol. 1-2 From the publisher:  "The second wave of feminism of Gloria Steinem and Betty Friedan has given way to the dynamic next generation, the third wave, now 15 years old. The Women's Movement Today: An Encyclopedia of Third Wave Feminism introduces the third wave's key issues, members, visions, writings, and more--with essay entries on abortion to zines, with the Riotgrrrl group Bikini Kill, cyberspace, National Girls and Women in Sports Day, queer theory, and activist/writer Rebecca Walker in between. The scope of the more than 200 encyclopedia entries is multidisciplinary and multicultural, inclusive of diverse gender orientations and sexualities, with a focus primarily on the movement in the United States. This is meant to be the essential reference work on the current movement, as it charts, describes, and clarifies what has been a much debated and misunderstood phenomenon."	Reference HQ 1115 .W644 2006
Writing African American Women:  An Encyclopedia of Literature by and about Women of Color, vol. 1-2 From the publisher:  "Women were among the first African American writers, and works by black women writers are popular among students and general readers alike. At the same time, African American women have been oppressed, and texts by black male authors represent women in a variety of ways. The first of its kind, this encyclopedia approaches African American literature from a Women's Studies perspective, and thus significantly illuminates the African American cultural experience through literary works... In addition to covering male and female African American authors, the encyclopedia also discusses themes, major works and characters, genres, periods, historical events, places, and other topics."	Reference PS 153 .N5 W756 2006

May 1,  2007
A to  Zoo:  Subject Access to Children's Picture Books 7th Ed. From the publisher:  "This best-selling standard reference resource offers up-to-date information on fiction and nonfiction picture books for children. Comprehensive and easy to use, it consists of a subject guide, a bibliographic guide, and title and illustrator indexes. This 7th edition adds more than 4,000 titles published since 2001. An introduction discusses the history and amazing growth of English-language picture books."	Reference  PN 1009 .A1 L715 2006
ACS Style Guide:  Effective Communication of Scientific Information From the publisher:  "This extensive revision of The ACS Style Guide thoroughly examines electronic tools now available to assist STM writers in preparing manuscripts and communicating with publishers. Valuable updates include discussions of markup languages, citation of electronic sources, online submission of manuscripts, and preparation of figures, tables, and structures. In keeping current with the changing environment, this edition also contains references to many resources on the internet. "With this wealth of new information, The ACS Style Guide's third edition continues its long tradition of providing invaluable insight on ethics in scientific communication, the editorial process, copyright, conventions in chemistry, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and writing style for any STM author, reviewer, or editor. The third edition is the definitive source for all information needed to write, review, submit, and edit scholarly and scientific manuscripts."	Reference QD 8.5 .A25 2006
Atlas and Survey of Latin American History From the publisher:  "Makes the geography, the demography, and the political, social, and economic history of the region easily accessible in clearly drawn black-and white maps and accompanying text. Fully up to date, it provides a topical overview of Latin American development from earliest times to the present day, bringing to light patterns of continuity and change... It demonstrates the close linkages between Latin American history, culture, economic development, and geographic realities. Each entry and map is accompanied by a brief, carefully selected bibliography."	Reference G 1541 .S1L3 2007
Atlas of Slavery From the publisher:  "Slavery transformed Africa, Europe and the Americas and hugely-enhanced the well-being of the West but the subject of slavery can be hard to understand because of its huge geographic and chronological span. This book uses a unique atlas format to present the story of slavery, explaining its historical importance and making this complex story and its geographical setting easy to understand."	Reference HT 861 .W33 2006
Broadway Musicals, 1943-2004 From the publisher:  "With more than 750 entries, this comprehensive reference book provides information on every musical produced on Broadway since Oklahoma’s 1943 debut. Each entry begins with a brief synopsis of the show, followed by a three-part history: first, the pre-Broadway story of the show, including out-of-town try-outs and Broadway previews; next, the Broadway run itself, with dates, theatres, and cast and crew, including replacements, chorus and understudies, songs, gossip, and notes on reviews and awards; and finally, post-Broadway information with a detailed list of later notable productions, along with important reviews and awards. An appendix lists musicals of interest that fall outside this work’s parameters (i.e., only musical shows produced on traditionally defined Broadway). Indexed by song title and personnel for quick and easy reference."	Reference ML 102 .M88 S74 2006
Budget of the U.S. Government, Fiscal Year 2008:  Analytical perspectives From the publisher:  "Contains analyses that are designed to highlight specified subject areas or provide other significant presentations of budget data that place the budget in perspective. This volume includes economic and accounting analyses; information on Federal receipts and collections; analyses of Federal spending; detailed information on Federal borrowing and debt; baseline or current services estimates; and other technical presentations."	Reference HJ 2051 .A593 2008
Budget of the U.S. Government, Fiscal Year 2008:  Historical Tables From the publisher:  "Provides data on budget receipts, outlays, surpluses or deficits, Federal debt, and Federal employment over an extended time period, generally from 1940 or earlier to 2008."	Reference HJ 2051 .A5976 2008
Cassell's Chronology of World Hisotry:  Dates, Events, and Ideas That Made History From the publisher:  "lists year by year and region by region not only pivotal historical and political events but also advances and achievements in the arts and sciences. Charting the rise and fall of civilizations and empires, as well as the arrival and impact of cultural and technological innovations, it guides the user through the myriad developments and upheavals that have shaped the history of the world. "The volume is divided into four broad sections, each of which is preceded by a narrative essay depicting in broad brushstrokes the salient developments and trends of the period in question. Within each of these broad sections, a series of 'spotlight' essays look at key historical themes in the history of the period, from the Arab Revolution and Islam's God to the American Hegemony. These essays - together with the author's 100 profiles - complement perfectly the chronological content of the volume and provide the user with a twin-track entry to the book."	Reference D 11 .W635 2005
Cite Right:  A Quick Guide to Citation Styles--MLA, APA, Chicago, the Sciences, Professions, and More From the publisher:  "Lipson’s introductory essay, “Why Cite,” explains the reasons it is so important to use citations—and to present them accurately—in research writing.  In subsequent chapters, Lipson explains the main citation styles students and researchers are likely to encounter in their academic work:  Chicago; MLA; APA; CSE (biological sciences); AMA (medical sciences); ACS (chemistry, mathematics, and computer science); physics, astrophysics, and astronomy; Bluebook and ALWD (law); and AAA (anthropology and ethnography). His discussions of these styles are presented simply and clearly with examples drawn from a wide range of source types crossing all disciplines, from the arts and humanities to science, law, and medicine."	Reference PN 171 .F56 L55 2006
Encyclopedia of Social Theory From the publisher:  "The Encyclopedia of Social Theory is an indispensable reference source for anyone interested in the roots of contemporary social theory. It examines the global landscape of all the key theories and the theorists behind them, presenting them in the context needed to understand their strengths and weaknesses.  Theories covered include: Critical Theory; Enlightenment; Ethnomethodology; Exchange Theory; Feminism; Marxist Theory; Multiculturalism; Postmodernism.	Reference HM 425 .E46 2006
Encyclopedia of the City From the publisher: "The Encyclopedia of the City focuses on the key topics encountered by undergraduates and scholars in urban studies and allied fields. Contributors include major theoreticians and practitioners, and on other individuals, groups, and organizations which study the city or practice in a field that directly or indirectly affects the city, the Encyclopedia necessarily adopts an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary perspective."	Reference HT 108.5 .E63 2005
Encyclopedia of the Underground Railroad From the publisher:  "From the Abolitionist Movement to the Zionville Baptist Missionary Church, this encyclopedia focuses on the people, ideas, events and places associated with the interrelated histories of fugitive slaves, the African American struggle for equality and the American antislavery movement. Information is drawn from primary sources such as public records, document collections, slave autobiographies and antebellum newspapers. Entries contain pointers to related entries and suggestions for further research. Appendices include information such as a geographical listing of selected friends of the fugitive, noted Underground Railroad sites administered by the National Parks Service, a bibliography of slave autobiographies and selected Underground Railroad songs. A chronology of slavery and the Underground Railroad is also included."	Reference E 450 .H855 2006
Environmental Issues in American History:  A Reference Guide With Primary Documents From the publisher:  "Controversy surrounding environmental issues is not a recent development in American history. Since the time of the early settlers, issues concerning the environment have plagued certain groups of Americans. In this exhaustively researched study, primary documents support different sides of various questions, such as the use of water as an energy source, deforestation, gold mining in California, and the emergence of wildlife conservation."	Reference GE 150 .M338 2006
Encyclopedia of Latino Popular Culture, vol. 1-2 From the publisher:  "U.S. culture has been profoundly impacted by contributions from Mexico and the rest of Central America, South America, and the Spanish Caribbean. These contributions and their adaptations in the United States are showcased in nearly 500 essay entries on noted people, festivities, items, terms, movements, sports, food, events, places, visual and performing arts, film, institutions, fashion, literature, organizations, the media, and much more. "	Reference E 184 .S75 E59 2004
Historical Dictionary of German Theater From the publisher:  "More than mere entertainment, German theater was a crucial component of culture—often influencing society and politics in German-speaking countries—whose influence gradually reached much further with the emergence of outstanding playwrights like Goethe, Schiller, Hauptmann, and Brecht, as well as exceptional dramas such as Faust and The Threepenny Opera. "The Historical Dictionary of German Theater covers the field of theater performance in the German language, concentrating on German-speaking Europe, through a chronology, a list of acronyms and abbreviations, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and several hundred cross-referenced dictionary entries on significant playwrights, directors, producers, designers, actors, plays, theaters, cities, dramatic genres, and movements such as the Sturm und Drang, Naturalism, and Expressionism."	Reference PN 2657 .G73 2006
New Atlas of Planet Management From the publisher:  "The New Atlas of Planet Management was regarded as the most groundbreaking survey of the state of our planet when it was first published in 1984. After over twenty years in print, it has become the bible of the environmental movement and the definitive guide to a planet in critical transition. Regularly featured among the top ten books on the environment..."	Reference HC 79 .E549 2005
Praeger Handbook of Urban Education, v.1-2 From the publisher:  "Maintaining that urban teaching and learning is characterized by many contradictions, this work proposes that there is a wide range of social, cultural, psychological, and pedagogical knowledge urban educators must possess in order to engage in effective and transformative practice. It is necessary for those teaching in urban schools to be scholar-practitioners, rather than bureaucrats who can only follow rather than analyze, understand and create. Ten major sections cover the myriad issues of urban education as it exists today."	Reference LC 5131 .P7 2006
Rivers of North America From the publisher:  "An important reference for scientists, ecologists, and students studying rivers and their ecosystems. It brings together information from several regional specialists on the major river basins of North America, presented in a large-format, full-color book. The introduction covers general aspects of geology, hydrology, ecology and human impacts on rivers. This is followed by 22 chapters on the major river basins. Each chapter begins with a full-page color photograph and includes several additional photographs within the text. These chapters feature three to five rivers of the basin/region, and cover several other rivers with one-page summaries. Rivers selected for coverage include the largest, the most natural, and the most affected by human impact. This one-of-a-kind resource is professionally illustrated with maps and color photographs of the key river basins. Readers can compare one river system to another in terms of its physiography, hydrology, ecology, biodiversity, and human impacts."	Reference QH 102 .R58 2005
Routledge International Encyclopedia of Queer Culture From the publisher:  "Covers gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer (GLBTQ) life and culture post-1945, with a strong international approach to the subject.  The scope of the work is extremely comprehensive, with entries falling into the broad categories of Dance, Education, Film, Health, Homophobia, the Internet, Literature, Music, Performance, and Politics. Slang is also covered. ...Major entries provide in-depth information and consider the intellectual and cultural implications of their subjects in a global context... Additionally, there are important appendices covering international sodomy laws and archival institutions, which will be of great value to researchers.	Reference HQ 76.96 .R68 2006
Supervillain Book:  The Evil Side of Comics and Hollywood From the publisher:  "What would a good guy be without the bad guy? Boring. Drawing from sources in comic books, film, live-action and animated television, newspaper strips, toys, and manga and anime, The Supervillain Book exhaustively explores the extraordinary lives and careers of hundreds of overachieving evildoers. This definitive A-to-Z guide to supervillains' nefarious masterminds, sinister societies, and destructive dominators that have battled super- and other fictional heroes is the follow-up to the critically acclaimed Superhero Book. ...The Supervillain Book investigates each character's origin, modus operandi, costumes, weapons and gadgetry, secret hideouts, chief henchmen, and minions... It also takes you behind the scenes, describing the creation and development of these marvelously malicious, menacing, and malevolent characters."	Reference P 96 .V48 M57 2006
Who's Who in the World 2007 From the publisher:  "Sharp turns of fortune in the Pacific Rim ...struggles for democracy in Africa and Central America ...breathtaking mergers of multinational corporations in Europe and the United States ...scientific discoveries from the rainforests of South America ...the endeavor for peace in the Middle East ...each year the prominent players in events such as these are featured in Who’s Who in the World.  Turn to this volume for more than just political leaders. Users will also find notable religious and humanitarian figures from developing nations in Africa and the Mideast, multinational business executives from Europe, scientists and engineers from the Pacific Rim, and many more..."  Includes indexes by profession.	Reference CT 120 .W5 2007
Women and Gender in Medieval Europe:  An Encyclopedia From the publisher:  "From women's medicine and the writings of Christine de Pizan to the lives of market and tradeswomen and the idealization of virginity, gender and social status dictated all aspects of women's lives during the middle ages. A cross-disciplinary resource, Women and Gender in Medieval Europe examines the daily reality of medieval women from all walks of life in Europe between 450 CE and 1500 CE, i.e., from the fall of the Roman Empire to the discovery of the Americas. Moving beyond biographies of famous noble women of the middles ages, the scope of this important reference work is vast and provides a comprehensive understanding of medieval women's lives and experiences. Masculinity in the middle ages is also addressed to provide important context for understanding women's roles."	Reference HQ 1147 .E85W66 2006
World Development Indicators, 2007 ed. From the publisher:  "The 2007 WDI includes more than 900 indicators in over 80 tables organized in 6 sections: World View, People, Environment, Economy, States and Markets, and Global Links."	Reference HC 59.15 .W656 2007

March 14, 2007
Encyclopedia of Special Education:  A Reference for the Education of Children, Adolescents, and Adults with Disabilities and Other Exceptional Individuals  v.1-3 From the publisher:  "The Third Edition of the highly acclaimed Encyclopedia of Special Education has been thoroughly updated to include the latest information about new legislation and guidelines. In addition, this comprehensive resource features school psychology, neuropsychology, reviews of new tests and curricula that have been developed since publication of the second edition in 1999, and new biographies of important figures in special education. Unique in focus, the Encyclopedia of Special Education, Third Edition addresses issues of importance ranging from theory to practice and is a critical reference for researchers as well as those working in the special education field."	Reference LC 4007 .E53 2007
Praeger Handbook of Learning and the Brain, v.1-2 From the publisher:  "Nearly 100 entries describe current brain research as it relates to education, as well as the relationship between the brain and learning and instructional strategies. Over 100 expert authors contributed to this work, covering the cognitive, social/emotional, and physical aspects of learning as the brain develops. Topics include: brain development, learning, curriculum, at-risk, classroom management, culture, emotion, foods, intelligence, learning environments, learning challenges, learning theories, and physical movement. Focus is on K-12 education, but the books also offer information on the pre-school and adult learner. "	Reference LB 1060 P683 2006

February 23, 2007
Annual Review of United Nations Affairs, 2005/2006, v.1-5 "Presents a comprehensive description of the work of the United Nations for the time-period covered.  Coverage of the UN's six key organs is provided:  the General Assembly, the Security Council, the Economic and Social Council, the Trusteeship Council, the International Court of Justice, and the UN Secretariat.  In addition, selected reports of intergovernmental bodies, expert groups and other materials are included.  Solely official UN documentation is provided....[This publication] allows readers to obtain an overview of the principal developments in its key organs during the time period covered. " Note:  Bush Library's subscription to this series started in 1947.	Reference JX 1977 .A1A5 2005/2006
Children's Writer's & Illustrator's Market Includes:  Contact information for nearly 300 book publishers, 100 magazines, 60 agents and art reps; interviews with award-winning writers and illustrators; information on organizations, contests, and conferences.	Reference PN 147.5 .C48 2007
Day by Day:  The Thirties, v.1-2 From the publisher:  "A complete, accessible chronology of the decade from 1930 to 1939. It documents the major events of the period as they unfolded each day, including the social, economic, political, and cultural issues that defined the decade. Comprehensive coverage is divided into 10 sections: World Affairs; Europe; Africa and the Middle East; The Americas; Asia and the Pacific; U.S. Politics and Social Issues; U.S. Foreign Policy and Defense; Economics and Great Depression; Science, Technology, and Nature; and Culture, Leisure, and Life Style."	Reference D 723 .D39 2007
Global Warming in the 21st Century:  Our Evolving Climate Crisis, From the publisher:  "Presents scientific theories on the subject that conflict with popular assumptions and explains that global warming is a slow-motion crisis in which the effects of greenhouse gas emissions are not evident in the atmosphere until roughly a half-century after they occur. Extensive reports from scientific literature explain how ozone depletion in the stratosphere and warming near the surface of the Earth are related. This three-volume work also proposes detailed solutions to global warming, including a worldwide overhaul in energy systems that will go beyond the initial diplomatic efforts of the Kyoto Protocol. The set ends with one of the most extensive bibliographies in the field."	Reference QC 981.8 .G56 J643 2006
Oxford Handbook of Global Religions From the publisher:  "This is a reference for understanding world religious societies in their contemporary global diversity. Comprising 60 essays, the volume focuses on communities rather than beliefs, symbols, or rites. It is organized into six sections corresponding to the major living religious traditions: the Indic cultural region, the Buddhist/Confucian, the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim regions, and the African cultural region. In each section an introductory essay discusses the social development of that religious tradition historically. The other essays cover the basic social facts, the community's size, location, organizational and pilgrimage centers, authority figures, patterns of governance, major subgroups and schisms, as well as issues regarding boundary maintenance, political involvement, role in providing cultural identity, and encounters with modernity. Communities in the diaspora and at the periphery are covered, as well as the central geographic regions of the religious traditions. Thus, for example, Islamic communities in Asia and the United States are included along with Islamic societies in the Middle East. "	Reference BL 74 .O94 2006

November 8, 2006
Annual Review of Sociology v.32, 2006 Articles include:  Sociological Theories of Human Emotions Video Cultures: Television Sociology in the "New TV" Age Voters, Satisficing, and Policymaking:  Rrecent Directins in the Study of Electoral Politics Organizational Restructuring and its Consequences:  Rhetorical and Structural New Approaches to Understanding Racial Prejudice and Discrimination Sons, Daughters, and Family Processes:  Does Gender of Children Matter? You can also read this edition of the Annual Review of Sociology online (limited to Hamline Community).	Reference HM 1 .A763
France and the Americas:  Culture, Politics, and History:  A Multidisciplinary Encyclopedia, v.1-3 From the publisher:  "A unique, multidisciplinary encyclopedia covering the impacts that French and American politics, foreign policy, and culture have had on shaping each country's identity. "From the earliest settlements at Sable Island, Acadia, and Guiana at the dawn of the 17th century to the opening of Disneyland Paris in 1992, French and American culture, politics, and society have exerted ever stronger influences over one another. The transatlantic spread of French language and culture, and, in turn, the influence of American film and music within the francophone countries of the Old World, has done much to break down notions of France and America as divided countries. "From 17th-century fur traders in Canada to 21st-century peacekeepers in Haiti, from France's decisive role in the Revolutionary War leading to the creation of the United States to recent disagreements over Iraq, France and the Americas charts the history of the inextricable links between France and the nations of the Americas. This comprehensive survey features an incisive introduction and a chronology of key events, spanning 400 years of France's transatlantic relations."	Reference E 18.75 .F73 2005
The Gallup Poll:  Public Opinion 2005 Note:  Bush Library has these volumes back to 1935. From the publisher:  "This work is the only complete compilation of polls taken by the Gallup Organization, the world's most reliable and widely quoted research firm. An invaluable tool for ascertaining the pulse of American public opinion in a certain year, as well as for documenting changing perceptions over time of crucial core issues, it is essential for all social science research. "More than just a collection of polls, each title in this series offers in-depth commentary and analysis, placing current topics in a readable, historical context. Survey results are given in an easy-to-use form. Breakdowns by sex, age, race, level of education, and other factors enable the reader to grasp major issues quickly."	Reference HN .P8G3 2005
Statesman's Yearbook 2007:  The Politics, Cultures and Economies of the World. From the publisher:  "[The original authors'] vision for the book was an authoritative and accessible volume containing information essential for diplomats, politicians and all statesmen involved with international affairs. It quickly gained recognition as an indispensable reference tool and has been published continuously since 1864, through two world wars, without missing an edition. It was ranked by Library Journal as one of the top 20 best reference resources of the millennium. "Today, international affairs concern almost every one of us and the scope of the book has become correspondingly broader, with expanded coverage of history, politics, economics, trade and infrastructure for each country, all thoroughly researched and verified by a dedicated editorial team. It also provides extensive further reading lists and web links for further research. "In a world where opinion, propaganda and inaccuracy are frequently put forward as fact, The Statesman's Yearbook remains the first point of reference for anyone needing reliable, concise information on any country in the world"	Reference JA 51 .S7
United States Government Manual, 2006-2007 From the publisher:  "As the official handbook of the Federal Government, the United States Government Manual provides comprehensive information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches. It also includes information on quasi-official agencies, international organizations in which the United States participates, and boards, commissions, and committees."	Reference JK 421 .A3
World Economic and Social Survey 2006:  Diverging Growth and Development From the publisher:  "The World Economic and Social Survey (WESS) provides objective analysis of pressing long-term social and economic development issues, and discusses the positive and negative impact of corresponding policies. The analyses are supported by analytical research and data included in the annex." Also available online.  See CLICnet.	Reference HC 59 .A169

August 19, 2006
The Architecture and Design of Man and Woman:  The Marvel of the Human Body, Revealed. From the publisher:  "A glorious, unparalleled view of the human body...Using the most advanced medical and computer technology—including body scans, ultrapowerful microscopes, and molecular surveillance tools—Alexander Tsiaras... hones in on the body’s intricately constructed systems and isolates structures that have never been seen before. In more than 500 astonishing images, he dismantles each system, highlights the anatomical difference between men and women, and rebuilds the body from the molecular level on up."	Reference QM 25 .T748 2004
Atlas of American History, 5th ed. From the publisher:  "Complete, up-to-date coverage of the cultural, historical, political, and social history of America...Gives thorough coverage of military history as well as migration, social, and religious history...Includes a final chapter describing key operations on the war on terror."	Reference G 1201 .G53 2006
An Atlas of Poverty in America:  One Nation, Pulling Apart, 1960-2003 From the publisher:  "Provides an historical and contemporary account of economic opportunity in the United States...A central theme is the enduring character of poverty in America, consistently effecting groups of individuals and places over time. A key message of this Atlas is that America's poor are people who work or who are dependents of people who work and face limited opportunity, often due to living in places that are seriously disadvantaged because of geography or history or both. The story also is one about public policy and the extent to which public intervention has been sufficient to ensure that all persons in this country have an equal chance to achieve their highest potential."	Reference HC 110 .P6 G543 2006
BFI  Companion to German Cinema From the publisher:  "Entries on film actors, directors, producers, cinematographers, critics, film industry, film movements and festivals covers the entire spectrum of German-speaking cinema from the 1890s to the popular comedies of the 1990s. In-depth articles consider the artistic peaks of Weimer cinema, the émigré directors, film politics, and the star system of Nazi cinema, women and film, the New German Cinema and the revival of genre cinema since. "Entries evaluate such notables as Fritz Lang, Marlene Dietrich, Leni Riefenstahl, Erich Pommer, Conrad Veidt, Wim Wenders and R.W. Fassbinder, as well as popular genres (the "Heimat" film, literary adaptations, musicals) alongside the major studios (UFA and DEFA) and international personalities such as Klaus Kinski, Wolfgang Petersen, and Michael Ballhaus."	Reference PN 1993.5 .G3 B45 1999
Encyclopedia of Women's Autobiography, v.1-2 From the publisher:  "Women have been writing autobiographical works for centuries, and these texts are a valuable source of information about their lives and times. They reflect the personal experiences of their authors as well as the larger cultural, political, and intellectual contexts in which they lived and wrote. Multicultural in scope and the first work of its kind, this encyclopedia overviews more than 400 years of autobiographical writing by women...The entries cover individual writers and major works, particular autobiographical genres, national and ethnic autobiographical traditions, and special issues, themes, and terms related to women's autobiography."	Reference HQ 185 .E63 2005
Encyclopedia of World Climatology From the publisher:  "This comprehensive volume covers all the main subfields of climatology, supplies information on climates in major continental areas, and explains the intricacies of climatic processes. The level of presentation will meet the needs of specialists, university students, and educated laypersons.  this compendium provides a clear explanation of current knowledge and research directions in modern climatology. This new encyclopedia emphasizes climatological developments that have evolved over the past twenty years. "	Reference QC 854 .E5251 2005
Festivals of the World:  The Illustrated Guide to Celebrations, Customs, Events and Holidays From the publisher:  "Chapters highlight where each faith’s religious calendar year begins, the history and origins of each event, and how the holiday is celebrated around the world. In addition, the book covers major secular festivals, including Thanksgiving, Halloween, and Kwanzaa." Coverage includes: Expressions of religious life: feasting, fasting, and fun; an overview; public spectacles; storytelling and faith; symbols and food Universal and local festivals: the seasons and history; fundamental questions; local celebrations Celebration and time: counting the days; cycles within cycles; seasons and years; auspicious days Calendars and monuments: calendars around the world; solar calendar; lunar and luminosolar calendars; counting the years; ancient markers Old and new traditions: changes of focus; recent history; national festivals.	Reference GT 3930 .B74 2002
The Literary and Historical Index to American Magazines, 1800-1850 From the Preface:  "This is the last of a series of indexes of nineteenth-century American magazine the senior editor has completed in the last twenty-five years...The present work completes the goal of doing justice to the amazing richness and fecundity of American periodicals in the first half of the nineteenth century.  Every major and minor writer who made a contribution to the early development of American Literature, from Charles Brockden Brown to Walt Whitman, wrote at one time or another for the magazines...The same can be said for the historical uses of these magazines, except perhaps for thesouthern ones, where their value in revealing the intellectual side of that culture are a little more readily recognized in revealing the intellectual side of that culture are a little more readily recognized and exploited by scholars."	Reference Z 1225 .W37 2004
Political Handbook of the World, 2005-2006 Attempts to assess, in highly compressed form, the past and present politics of the global community.	Reference JF 37 .P6 2006
World Religions:  The Great Faiths Explored and Explained From the publisher:  "looks at the beliefs and practices of many different religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism and Islam. Each major faith examined in detail Detailed annotation of sacred texts, religious artifacts, paintings, and architecture.	Reference BL 82 .B68 2003

June 28, 2006
Arab and Muslim Countries:  Profiles in Contrast From the publisher (Brookings Institution): "Country profiles are organized and summarized into one-page enabling the reader to make quick country comparisons. Topics covered include ethnicity, population by religion, geography, literacy, politics and government, economics and labor force, Internet access, mass media, telecommunications, computers and foreign assistance...The insightful Overview and Guide to Indicator and Terms drill down into key variables and assumptions that affect perceptions and influence analysis of the Arab and Muslim world as it is today. Special emphasis is placed on the underestimated impact of the Internet, satellite broadcasting, and other electronic media influencing these strikingly youth-dominated countries. "	Reference HN 766 .A8A69 2004
Berkshire Encyclopedia of World Sport v.1-4 From the publisher:  "Here is full coverage of all the social and human issues in sports that keep talk radio buzzing, the background and low-down for fans and students alike. Coverage begins with sport among prehistoric hunters and gatherers and extends to the global sports industry of the twenty-first century. Key social issues such as doping, racism, sexism, civic life, youth participation, and public policy are amply covered, with all perspectives represented. "Coverage is truly global and interdisciplinary and includes what we have learned about sports through research based in the fields of Sports Management, Physical Education, Human Movement Studies, Kinesiology, Sports Sociology, Sport History, and Sport Science."	Reference GV 567 .B38 2005
Cambridge Dictionary of Human Biology and Evolution From the publisher:  "[Covers] a broad range of subjects within human biology, physical anthropology, anatomy, auxology, primatology, physiology, genetics, paleontology and zoology. Packed with 13000 descriptions of terms, specimens, sites and names, DHBE also includes information on over 1000 word roots, taxonomies and reference tables for extinct, recent and extant primates, geological and oxygen isotope chronologies, illustrations of landmarks, bones and muscles and an illustration of current hominid phylogeny, making this a must-have volume for anyone with an interest in human biology or evolution. DHBE is especially complete in its inventory of archaeological sites and the best-known hominid specimens excavated from them, but also includes up-to-date information on terms such as in silico, and those relating to the rapidly developing fields of human genomics."	Reference QP 34.5 .M24 2005
Comedy:  A Geographic and Historical Guide v.1-2 From the publisher:  "Comedy is a fundamental part of the human experience. Collecting the work of today's leading scholars, Maurice Charney presents 40 essays on the many forms that comedy has taken throughout history. Ranging from the comic plays of ancient times to Renaissance and Restoration comedies, from Commedia dell'Arte to stand-up performers, from trickster tales to television sitcoms, these surveys trace the evolution of the comic genre. Chapters on geographically based traditions (American regional humor, Irish comedy, Spanish comedy, etc.) contribute a multicultural understanding, while essays on such topics as Irony, Satire, and the Comedy of Philosophy examine the theoretical aspects of comedy."	Reference PN 6147 .C565 2005
Criminal Justice v.1-3 From the publisher:  "It details the commission and frequency of crimes through the investigation, apprehension, prosecution, and punishment of wrongdoers. There is also a unique emphasis on the public perception of justice in the media...Since many such queries arise from exposure to the popular media, special attention is given throughout to relationships between the realities of criminal justice and their media depictions. The set carries this emphasis further in special essays and numerous sidebars on films, television, literature, and the media that explore discrepancies between fiction and reality. "	Reference KF 9214.5 .C75 2006
Encyclopedia of Anthropology v. 1-5 From the publisher:  "...A unique collection of over 1,000 entries that focuses on topics in physical/ biological anthropology, archaeology, cultural/social anthropology, linguistics, and applied anthropology. Also included are relevant articles on geology, paleontology, biology, evolution, sociology, psychology, philosophy, and theology. The contributions are authored by 300 internationally renowned experts, professors, and scholars from some of the most distinguished universities, institutes, and museums in the world. Special attention is given to hominid evolution, primate behavior, genetics, ancient civilizations, cross-cultural studies, social theories, and the value of human language for symbolic communication. "	Reference GN 11 .E63 2006
Firefly Encyclopedia of Trees From the publisher:  "This book describes the forest ecosystem and the four major forest types of the world: boreal, temperate, subtropical, tropical. The main part of the encyclopedia is the A-Z directory of the world's trees: Species identification tables, fact boxes, and thumbnail maps show the distribution of native trees. Information for each tree includes a concise taxonomic description and explains where the tree grows naturally. Color photographs and illustrations depict each family in summer and fall, bark texture, leaves, seeds and nuts, and where applicable, blossoms. Captions describe the dimensions and characteristics of each tree in exacting detail. Other interesting features of the encyclopedia include: Detailed descriptions of tree structures: shapes, trunk structure, root systems, leaf shapes and functions, flowers and fruit Notable forests around the world Effect of trees on economies and societies Further reading section Extensive glossary Comprehensive indexes of common and scientific names.	Reference QK 4474.87 .F57 2005
Greenwood Encyclopedia of Multiethnic American Literature v.1-5 From the publisher:  "While most of the entries are on individual writers, others cover seminal works, ethnic stereotypes, literary genres, the writings of particular ethnic groups, places that are prominent in ethnic histories, major historical events, key pieces of legislation affecting ethnic populations, and various other topics that form the social context surrounding multiethnic American literature...While many of the writers covered have international reputations, others are emerging artists and little has been written about them."	Reference PS 153 .M56G74 2005
Greenwood Encyclopedia of Science Fiction and Fantasy:  Themes, Works, and Wonders, v.1-3 From Choice reviews, March 2006:  "This fascinating and well-written encyclopedia consists of two parts. The first part (volumes 1 and 2) takes 400 of the most popular themes found in both science fiction and fantasy literature, and puts them into historical and cultural context. The second (volume 3) contains entries for a selected list of classic novels, films, and television series; these include entries for all the different Star Trek series, Dr. Who, Farscape, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Twilight Zone, and The X-Files. The overall value and usefulness of this set is greatly increased by the treatment, within many of the individual entries, of how an individual theme developed over time in a variety of different science fiction and fantasy formats (short stories, novels, films, television series, comics, computer games, etc.), and in material that is outside the mainstream of science fiction and fantasy (fairy tales, folk tales, historical events, operas, classic literary works, etc.). "	Reference PF 374 .S35G74 2005
Handbook of Chinese Mythology From the publisher:  "An informative work of historical and contemporary Chinese myths, including a useful collection of historical documents, detailing myths as they live and change in China today."	Reference BL 1825 .Y355 2005
Information Sources of Political Science, 5th ed. From the publisher:  "A thoroughly revised and updated new edition of the world's leading comprehensive bibliography of American and international politics."	Reference Z 7161 .I543 2005
Labor and Workplace Issues in Literature From the publisher:  "The daily newspaper headlines revealing deaths, illnesses, and injuries in the workplace, along with the ongoing decline of workers' rights, make this book an especially timely volume. Included are chapters devoted to such widely read texts as Hard Times, Life in the Iron Mills, Bartleby the Scrivener, The Grapes of Wrath, and several others. Each chapter examines the historical background and plot of the work, and discusses the labor and workplace issues raised by the author. It then overviews the history of these issues since the publication of the work and relates the literary text to modern concerns. The volume discusses such issues as low wages, long hours, workplace dangers, unemployment, sexual harassment, lack of job security or medical care, and the struggle of immigrants."	Reference PS 374 .W64J64 2006
Oxford Duden German Dictionary, 3rd ed. From the publisher:  "It has been completely updated to include the very latest vocabulary, with over 3,000 new words in each language, including blogger, destination wedding, and oxygen bar. "Language is now studied in the context of its culture, so this new edition now includes cultural notes, providing interesting and helpful information on life in the German-speaking world. In addition, there are boxed notes offering help with language usage and construction, and a revised and updated centre section on correspondence. This includes sample letters, CVs, and emails, and new sections on text messaging and using the telephone, and has been reorganized to make the information more accessible."	Reference PF 3640 .O94 2005
Sex From Plato to Paglia:  A Philosophical Encyclopedia v.1-2 From the publisher:  "Sexuality has captured our imagination since antiquity. Its passion and mysteries have inspired numerous creative works and posed many ethical, legal, and social challenges. Because sex is so central to our personal lives and society, various thinkers have pondered its philosophical dimensions. This reference book, the first of its kind, offers comprehensive coverage of sexual philosophy. Unlike other works, which explore the biology of sex, this encyclopedia locates sexuality in its broader intellectual and social contexts."	Reference HQ 12 .S423 2006

June 14, 2006
American Indian Religious Traditions:  An Encyclopedia v.1-3 From the publisher:  "In addition to artists and religious leaders, biographical entries explore the work of writers, both novelists and spiritualists, who have conveyed a sense of native spiritualism in their published stories. Other essays relate the role of Indian religious beliefs to healing traditions, identity, song, dance, ecology and even prison incarceration. The impacts of removal, reservations and boarding schools are all examined. From archaeology to repatriation of remains, every article reflects an acute sensitivity to the spiritual sensibilities of native peoples, even to the point of avoiding reproductions of sacred objects and discussions of privileged practices. "	Reference E 98 .R3 C755 2005
Atlas of European Values From the publisher:  "The Atlas presents European ideas and beliefs in the form graphs, charts and maps. Values such as democracy, freedom, equality, human dignity and solidarity are held by almost all Europeans, but the survey points to differing views about marriage, religion, work and such topics as euthanasia, happiness, sexuality and death."	Reference HM 681 .A85 2005
Beacham's Guide to International Endangered Species v.1-2 From the publisher:  "This comprehensive resource presents data on all species listed as threatened or endangered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The original two-volume set covers 351 species, focusing on endangered mammals. Volume 3 covers 297 non-mammal and plant species. Each entry provides detailed information on each species."	Reference QL 82 .B435 1998
Cambridge Encyclopedia of the World's Ancient Languages From the publisher: "The first identified script of a language, proto-Elamite, dates to the late 4th millennium BC and it remains undeciphered. This substantial volume contains 44 specialist contributions which examine the characteristics, syntax and historical background of over forty languages which developed and were written down between the age of proto-Elamite and 500 AD (or the Hispanic era in the Americas). The volume, which is `in effect, a linguistic description of all known ancient languages', begins in the Near East and traces the movement of written language and language families around the Mediterranean while other chapters look further afield to describe the languages of India, Eurasia, China and Mesoamerica."	Reference P 371 .C357 2004
Comparative Guide to American Suburbs From the publisher:  "This ... updated reference focuses on the individual and the suburban communities within each of the 50 largest U.S. metropolitan areas...  While there are a variety of sources that present statistics for metropolitan areas or for major cities, few have attempted to give comparative data on individual suburbs...The section for each metropolitan area concludes with a Ranking Table that compares the Suburban Communities in six critical indicators: Per Capita Income, Unemployment Rate, Violent and Property Crime Rates, new Housing Permits and Median Home Prices."	Reference HA 214 .C66 2005
Concise Handbook of Psychoactive Herbs:  Medicinal Herbs for Treating Psychological and Neurological Problems From the publisher:  "With the Concise Handbook of Psychoactive Herbs, you’ll examine the effects of psychoactive drugs on the nervous system—both positive and negative. Each chapter discusses a type of herbal medicine, its action on the brain and other systems of the body, side effects, and the potential for addiction. The book closely examines possible drug interactions with prescription medications and emphasizes the caution you need to take when using herbal health products."	Reference RM 315 .S655 2005
Conflict in Afghanistan:  An Encyclopedia From American Reference Books Annual:  "This new addition to the excellent Roots of Modern Conflict series is another outstanding one ... This volume provides nearly 400 entries that cover the history of conflict in Afghanistan from 1747 through the Taliban and Operation Enduring Freedom. Other notable features include a lengthy historical narrative introduction, several useful maps, numerous pictures, an extensive chronology, abbreviations and acronyms, an extensive topical bibliography, websites, and a useful table of contents and index ... Each entry has additional reading sources at the end of the essay. For these reasons I recommend Conflict in Afghanistan."	Reference DS 351 .C54 2003
Contemporary Youth Culture:  An International Encyclopedia v.1-2 From the publisher:  "In the preface, acknowledgment is given to the slow-rising interest in the study of youth and of the information technologies that are reshaping them. Sections include “Studying Youth Culture,” “Media Culture and Youth,” “Youth Identities and Subcultures” and “Teaching and Learning In and Out of School.” Chapter titles are intriguing and include “Oh Puhleeze? Learning Youth Culture,” “Killing the Radio Star,” “Jammer Girl and the World Wide Web,” “Queer Youth and the Media,” “Hip Hop, Wiggahs, and Whiteness” and “The Power of Rap as a Form of Literacy.”	Reference HQ 796 .C8154 2006
Cultural Encyclopedia of Baseball, 2nd ed. From the publisher:  "From AARON, HENRY onward, this book covers all of what might be called the cultural aspects of baseball (as opposed to the number-rich statistical information so widely available elsewhere). Biographical sketches of all Hall of Fame players, owners, executives and umpires, as well as many of the sportswriters and broadcasters who have won the Spink and Frick awards, join entries for teams, owners, commissioners and league presidents. Advertising, agents, drafts, illegal substances, minor leagues, oldest players, perfect games, retired uniform numbers, superstitions, tripleheaders, and youngest players are among the thousands of entries herein. Most entries open with a topical quote and conclude with a brief bibliography of sources for further research."	Reference GV 862.3 .L54 2005
East Asian Americans and Political Participation From the publisher:  "This expert handbook explores the various means of political participation of East Asian Americans in the United States."	Reference E184 .A75 C49 2005
Economic Indicators Handbook, 6th ed.	Reference HC 103 .E26 2002
Encyclopedia Latina:  History, Culture, and Society in the United States v.1-4 From the publisher:  "In its four volumes, 650 entries, 2000 pages and 1.2 million words, Encyclopedia Latina explores every aspect of Latino life in America from a myriad of perspectives, spanning the arts, media, cuisine, government and politics, science and technology, business, health, and sports, among others."	Reference E 184 .S75E587 2005
Encyclopedia of Disability v.1-5 From the publisher:  "Obesity. Heart disease. Vision problems. Asthma. AIDS. Depression. Those maimed by land mines, machetes, bullets, bombs and beatings. These are just a few examples of how disability is becoming an increasingly common experience in our daily lives. Regardless of who we are or where we live, disability is with us... This Encyclopedia represents the first attempt to bring an authoritative reference resource to the many faces of disability. It provides a fascinating entry into the world of disability where minds are expanded, prejudices shattered, and spirits raised. The Encyclopedia answers the question: What is disability and why is it important in my life? "	Reference HV 1568 .E528 2006
Encyclopedia of Human Nutrition v.1-4 From the publisher:  "This Second Edition is a thorough revision and 20% expansion of the 1998 release, reflecting the continuing scientific advances in the field of human nutrition. Now a four-volume set, nearly 300 articles with concise, up-to-date information are complemented by an award-winning indexing system. Included is expanded coverage of epidemiology of diet-related diseases, functional foods, food safety, clinical nutrition and gastrointestinal disorders. Virtually everyone will find the Encyclopedia of Human Nutrition an easy-to-use resource making it an ideal reference choice for both the professional and the non-professional alike."	Reference QP 141 .E526 2005
Encyclopedia of International Development From the publisher:  "Development is more than a simple increase in a country's wealth and living conditions. It also implies increasing people's choices and freedoms; it is change that is inclusive and empowering. Development theory and practice has important applications to questions of economic growth, trade, governance, education, healthcare, gender rights and environmental protection, and it involves issues such as international aid, peacekeeping, famine relief, and strategies against HIV/AIDS. The Encyclopedia treats these topics and many more, and provides critical analyses of important actors within development such as the United Nations and World Bank, non-governmental organizations and corporations."	Reference HD 82 .E547 2004
Encyclopedia of International Relations and Global Politics From the publisher:  "The study of international relations has changed rapidly in recent years. Firstly as a consequence of major political and economic change - the end of the cold war and the fall of communism, the resurgence of nationalism, terrorism and forms of fundamentalism, globalization - and secondly, and linked with these developments, because of the vitality of the discipline, with ongoing debates on the fundamental paradigms for the understanding of international relations and the emergence of the perspectives of feminism, postmodernism, constructivism and critical theory. The Routledge Encyclopedia of International Relations and Global Politics provides a unique reference source for students and academics covering all aspects of global international relations and the contemporary discipline across IR's major subject divisions of diplomacy, military affairs, international political economy, and theory."	Reference JZ 1160 E53 2005
Encyclopedia of Language and Linguistics, 2nd ed. v.1-14 From the publisher:  "The first edition of ELL (1993, Ron Asher, Editor) was hailed as "the field's standard reference work for a generation". Now the all-new second edition matches ELL's comprehensiveness and high quality, expanded for a new generation, while being the first encyclopedia to really exploit the multimedia potential of linguistics. " Topics include:  Phonetics, Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Typology & Universals, Historical & Comparative Linguistics, Foundations of Linguistics, Semantics - grammatical, Semantics (logical & lexical), and Pragmatics	Reference P 29 .E48 2006
Encyclopedia of Leadership v.1-4 From the publisher:  "...Hundreds of articles, written by 280 leading scholars and experts from 17 countries, exploring leadership theories and leadership practice. Entries and sidebars show leadership in action—in corporations and state houses, schools, churches, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations." "Questions the Encyclopedia of Leadership will answer: - What is a leader? - What is a great leader? - How does someone become a leader? - What are the types of leadership? - How can leadership theories help us understand contemporary situations? - How can I be a good (and maybe great) leader?" Key Themes - Biographies - Case studies - Followers and followership - Gender issues - Leadership in different disciplines - Leadership in different domains - Leadership styles - Personality characteristics - Situational factors - Theories and concepts	Reference HD 57.7 .E53 2004
Encyclopedia of Racism in the United States v.1-3 From the publisher:  "The underside of American history is filled with the reality of racism--the decimation and removal of the Indians, slavery, Jim Crow, internment camps for Japanese Americans, the "crime" of driving while black, and border patrols, to name some examples. This set covers the period from Colonial times until today and all the groups discriminated against at one time or another--Arabs and Muslims, who are the most recent targets, blacks, Asians, the indigenous, Latinos, European immigrants, and Jews. It is the first to explore the magnitude of the explosive issue and does so in a non-inflammatory manner. More than 450 essay entries present key terms, organizations, movements, incidents, forums, texts, individuals, legislation, theories, and the like."	Reference E 184 .A1 E773 2005
Encyclopedia of Rap and Hip Hop Culture From the publisher:  "Hip Hop music is comprised of several art forms: 1) MC-ing or rapping 2)B-boying or breakdancing 3)Deejaying (music) and 4) Graffiti art (visual art). This encyclopedia examines all four elements of Hip Hop Culture, providing students, scholars, and music fans with a complete history of the thirty-year music genre. Tracing its early roots from black DJs talking over music in the 1960s, the B-boy dancers in the 1970s, and the scratching and sampling techniques of the '80s to the founding of Def Jam productions, the current East Cost-West Coast rivalry, and superstars such as Eminem and 50 Cent, hip hop fans will find this an indispensable resource."	Reference ML 102 .R27 2006
Encyclopedia of the Arctic v.1-3 From the publisher:  "[Provides] rich and detailed essays on the Arctic's environment, wildlife, climate, history, exploration, resources, economics, politics, indigenous cultures and languages, conservation initiatives, and many other topics...This Encyclopedia is not only an up-to-date interdisciplinary work of reference for all those involved in teaching or researching Arctic issues, but a fascinating and comprehensive resource for residents of the Arctic, and all those concerned with global environmental issues, sustainability, science, and human interactions with the environment."	Reference G 606 .E49 2005
Encyclopedia of the Great Plains  From the publisher:  "The Encyclopedia is a single large volume with: twenty-seven major topics an interpretive essay introducing each topic twenty to sixty shorter, individual entries per topic special attention to different experiences by gender, race, and ethnicity many maps and illustrations Topics include:  Eddie Cochran, Buffalo Bill, International Peace Garden, Pawnees, Santa Fe Trail, Texas Rangers.	Reference F 591 .E4856 2004
Encyclopedia of the Palestinians, rev. ed. From the publisher:  "Encyclopedia of the Palestinians, Revised Edition is the definitive source for...undergraduates, and general readers who want an accurate account of these people and their long history. Much has happened since the first edition was published, including the breakdown of negotiations at Camp David, the subsequent outbreak of the Al-Aqsa Intifada, the death of Yasir Arafat, and the election of Mahmud Abbas, commonly known as Abu Mazen, as president of the Palestinian Authority. This crucial update includes new entries on recent developments and personalities, updates of many of the existing entries, and approximately 50 black-and-white photographs and additional maps. A document section has been added to the end of the book, including entire texts or excerpts of key documents on Palestinian history."	Reference DS 113.6 .E53 2005
Energy Supply   From the publisher:  "Supplies, distribution, and use of energy began to have profound political, economic, social, and environmental effects in the United States and throughout the world in the second half of the 20th century. Today, the quest for oil and other sources of energy not only continues to influence the endlessly contentious politics of the Middle East but to affect nations’ relationships everywhere. Energy props up some governments and multinational businesses and makes others fall. The quest for new energy sources and the byproducts of energy use have made major contributions to the pollution of the planet and, many experts believe, to the climate change called global warming. These effects are expected to increase dramatically in the new century as the demand for energy grows in developing as well as developed countries and the supplies of energy sources, especially fossil fuels, dwindle. "Virtually every aspect of the energy situation is hotly debated. Can new technology help alternate energy sources such as solar power play a greater role in meeting the world’s energy needs or reduce those needs by designing more efficient vehicles and appliances? Will competition for energy cause new wars or economic collapses? What form and degree of regulation can best provide energy for everyone at fair prices? How can the environmental effects of supplying and using energy be controlled?"	Reference TJ 163.2 .Y68 2005
Fantasy Literature for Children and Young Adults From the publisher:  "Lynn's comprehensive guide describes and categorizes fantasy novels and story collections published in English in the United States between 1900 and 2004...Titles are organized in chapters based on fantasy subgenres and themes (e.g., allegorical, literary, animal, etc.) and arranged alphabetically by author. For each book, Lynn provides complete bibliographic information, grade level, a brief annotation, and a list of review citations. Recommended and highly recommended titles are noted. "	Reference PN 1009 .A1L97 2001
Filmography of Social Issues From the publisher:  "This specialized filmography first identifies and discusses twenty important social issues that have recurred in films over the years. In addition to the films critiqued here, other related titles are listed under each topic. The 100 films discussed in this volume...cover a wide spectrum of film perspectives and genres... Each film entry identifies the prominent social theme or themes and presents full credit information, including the major actors involved. The Overview section, which briefly describes why the film was selected, is followed by a concise plot synopsis. Finally the critique gives pertinent background information, commentary, analysis and evaluation."	Reference PN 1995.9 .S62 M58 2004
Gay Rights, rev. ed. Chapters include:  The Law of Gay Rights; Gay Rights and U.S. Culture; How to Research Gay Rights; Excerpts from Statements of Government Policy and Legislation.	Reference HQ 76.8 .U5 K73 2005
Greenwood Encyclopedia of African-American Literature v.1-5 From the publisher:  "This encyclopedia surpasses existing references by offering full and current coverage of a vast range of authors and topics. While most of the entries are on individual authors, the encyclopedia gathers together information about the genres and geographical and cultural environments in which these writers have worked, and the social, political, and aesthetic movements in which they have participated. Thus the encyclopedia gives special attention to the historical and cultural forces that have shaped African American writing."	Reference PS 153 .N5G73 2005
Greenwood Library of American War Reporting v.1  The French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War v.2  The War of 1812; The Mexican-American War v.3  The Civil War North; The Civil War South v.4  The Indian Wars; The Spanish-American War v.5  World War I; World War II, The European Theater v.6  World War II, The Asian Theater; The Korean War v.7  The Vietnam War; Post-Vietnam Conflicts v.8  The Iraq Wars and the War on Terror & Index From the publisher:  "Presents a unique and unfiltered presentation of American History from colonial days to the present through annotated primary documents of journalists and reporters writing as events occured... Each volume collects key news reports on battles, politics, the home front, peace talks, massacres, and much more. Substantial context-setting overviews introduce every volume, topical chapter, and unabridged primary source.  "Over 2,500 annotated news reports - newspaper and magazine articles, and radio and television transcripts - and 400 drawings and photos cover every major and most minor conflicts over the past 250 years, from the French & Indian Wars to the War on Terror. "Read history as it was being made in these immediate, raw, and often confused reports about life-and-death struggles on the front lines and the critical activities on the home front."	Reference D 5 .G84 2005
Guide to the Literature of Art History 2 From the publisher:  "The main intent of Guide to the Literature of Art History 2 (GLAH 2) is to supplement its predecessor by recording important publications produced primarily in western languages.  ...GLAH 2 will help art scholars keep abreast of more recent publications in art and architectural history."	Reference N 380 .M374 2005
Handbook of Child Psychology, 6th edition v.1  Theoretical Models of Human Development v.2  Cognition, Perception, and Language v.3  Social, Emotional, and Personality Development v.4  Child Psychology in Practice	Reference BF 721 .H242 2006
Handbook to Life in Renaissance Europe From the publisher:  "Spans two centuries of European discovery, from 1400 to 1600, and covers all aspects of life in Renaissance Europe. Coverage includes history, religion, art and visual culture, architecture, literature, language, music, warfare, commerce, exploration and travel, science and medicine, education, and daily life."	Reference CB 361 .S498 2005
Hatchet Jobs and Hardball:  The Oxford Dictionary of American Political Slang:  250 Years of Lively Discourse and Illuminating Citations From the publisher:  "Readers will find informative entries on slang terms such as Beltway bandit and boondoggle, angry white male and leg treasurer, juice bill and Joe Citizen, banana superpower and the Big Fix . We find not only the meaning and history of familiar terms such as gerrymander, but also of lesser-known terms such as cracking (splitting a bloc of like-minded voters by redistricting) and fair-fight district (which refers to areas redistricted to favor no political party). Each entry includes the definition of the word, its historical background, and illuminating citations, some going back more than 200 years. (We learn, for instance, that a term as seemingly current as political football actually dates back to before the Civil War.) Selected entries will have extended encyclopedic notes. The book also features sidebar essays on topics such as political words in Blogistan; a short history of "big cheese"; all about chads and the 2000 election; the suffix "-gate" and all the related Watergate terms; and the naming of legislation.	Reference PE 3727 .P6 H38 2004
A Historical Companion to Postcolonial Thought in English From the publisher:  "This comprehensive volume introduces the major events, figures, and movements that have shaped the postcolonial history of the Anglophone world. With entries from more than fifty leading scholars arranged alphabetically by topic, the Companion brings together the postcolonial histories of Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific, the Caribbean, and Canada. Each entry provides a summary of a historical event or topic and suggestions for further readings. The volume also includes substantive essays on historiography and women’s histories."	Reference PR 9080 .A52H57 2005
Immigration and Asylum: From 1900 to the Present v.1-3 From the publisher:  "A comprehensive and timely examination of the history and current status of immigrants and refugees—their stories, the events that led to their movement, and the place of these movements in contemporary history and politics."	Reference JV 6012 .I56 2005
Islamic World: Past and Present v.1-3 From the publisher:  "Topics include individuals, countries, aspects of Islamic practice and their social implications, historic events, sacred sites, and Islam's impact on art, architecture, technology, science, and more. Numerous black-and-white illustrations and an assortment of charts and maps accompany the articles. Each volume also features a multipage, full-color photo essay (for example, "Daily Life," "Art and Architecture")."	Reference DS 35.53 .I86 2004
Jewish Americans and Political Participation From the publisher:  "This handbook addresses how the Jewish American community emerged from obscurity to play a role in behind-the-scenes power politics and finally appeared center stage."
Latino Americans and Political Participation From the publisher:  "An examination by distinguished Latino/a scholars of the increasing influence of 37 million Latino/a Americans on U.S. electoral and social movements. "
Musical Instruments:  History, Technology, and Performance of Instruments From the publisher:  "The first comprehensive survey to explain how Western musical instruments work, how they developed historically, how they are manufactured, and how they are used to make music. A full glossary and index also contain definitions of technical terms and notes on instruments not included in the text, making this the essential reference for everyone researching and working with musical instruments and performance."	Reference ML 460 .C35 2004
Our Earth's Changing Land:  An Encyclopedia of Land-Use and Land-Cover Change, v.1-2 From the publisher:  "an A-to-Z encyclopedia that addresses all aspects of the science of land-use change:  Evidence of land-use and land-cover change over the last 300 years, and how these changes impact the lives of people today. Discussions of the models and techniques that scientists use to determine how, and how fast, the earth is changing. Entries on the scientists and organizations who study these developments and who attempt to predict what will happen to the earth in the future. Discussions of policies and measures that can be implemented on a local level that will allow a sensible balance between sustainability and development.	Reference GF 90 .O87 2006
Oxford Companion to Canadian History From the publisher:  "The country's leading historians describe and analyse events in political, military, social, economic, cultural, and intellectual history, drawing on the latest scholarship. Topics such as gambling, potlatches, abortion, hockey, capital punishment, jackatars, and shipwrecks find a place alongside more traditional entries like prime ministers and suffragists, exploration and fur trade, railways and responsible government. Politicians, soldiers, scientists and industrialists, feminists, social activists and religious leaders, all make an appearance. Vikings and Basque whalers, Jesuits and filles du roi, the Huron Feast of the Dead, privateers, charivaris, the Acadian grand derangement, the Metis buffalo hunt, rebellions, the On-to-Ottawa trek, bunkhouse men and bush pilots, the battle at Vimy Ridge, gold rushes, Spanish influenza, Frontier College, corvettes, trade unions, midwives, Automatistes, the Mad Trapper, La Bolduc, free trade and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, all contribute to the fascinating story which is Canada's history."	Reference F 1026 .O93 2004
Oxford Companion to the Body From the publisher:  "A delightfully diverse, informative look at the human body, combining medical and physiological fact with articles that offer cultural, mythological, religious, historical, and artistic perspectives...Attractively designed with over 400 illustrations--including 15 full-color plates focusing on human physiology--this engrossing Companion shows how the body works, how it grows, develops, and ages, how it goes wrong, and even how it has inspired artists through the centuries. There are profiles of historical figures who have made important contributions to our understanding of the body, such as Galen, Vesalius, and da Vinci. There are also concise and readable accounts of the structures of all major systems of the body, their processes, and the diseases that affect them, from the nervous system to the skeleton to the brain. But one of the pleasures of the book is the many unexpected entries to come across: Body Language and Brain Death, Freckles and Frostbite, Potty Training and Phantom Limbs, Sleep Disorders and Survival at Sea. The volume also boasts general essays that describe how the body is seen in Zen Buddhism, Islam, mythology, and other disciplines."	Reference QM 7 .O96 2001
Oxford Users' Guide to Mathematics From the publisher:  "This book represents a comprehensive handbook on mathematics. It covers a broad spectrum of mathematics including analysis, algebra, geometry, foundations of mathematics, calculus of variations and optimization, theory of probability and mathematical statistics, numerical mathematics and scientific computing, and history of mathematics."	Reference QA 40 .T4813 2004
Reference Sources for Canadian Literary Studies From the publisher:  ""It covers the subject from autism to Vienna, and includes the key concepts, individuals, places, and institutions that have shaped the evolution of psychiatry and the neurosciences from their origin until the present. Among those who will appreciate this ... work of reference are clinicians curious about the origins of concepts they use in their daily practices, students of medical history keen to situate the psychiatric narrative within larger events, and the general public curious about illnesses that might affect them, their families and their communities-or readers who merely want to know about the grand chain of events from the asylum to Freud to Prozac. The Dictionary rest[s] on an enormous base of primary sources that cover the growth of psychiatry through all of Western society."
The Thinker's Thesaurus:  Sophisticated Alternatives to Common Words From the publisher:  "Some years ago, Peter Meltzer and several friends were discussing the inadequacy of existing thesauruses, and especially the fact that the synonyms they list are so often boringly common. Even worse, the few unusual words included are lumped in with the rest, with all subtle differences in meaning being completely ignored... This gave Meltzer an idea: A better thesaurus. He envisioned a thesaurus that would offer interesting (rather than mundane) words as synonyms, and would explain them so the reader would not be embarrassed by using the synonym incorrectly."	Reference PR 1591 .M464 2005
Youth, Education, and Sexualities:  An International Encyclopedia v.1-2 From the publisher:  "This ground-breaking work examines policy, practice and research concerning youth who are often the victims of bullying and harrassment. Interdisciplinary, engaging articles examine the policy, practice, and research concerning the role, responses, and responsibilities of schools, educators, and the larger community to LGBT youth. Ranging from the the school curriculum to popular culture, topics include: gender roles, AIDS and HIV education, teen pregnancy, rural youth, prostitution, mental health, race and racism, counseling, gender roles, identity development, discrimination, anti-bias curriculum, children of LGBT parents, film, homophobia, legal issues, various ethnic groups, prejudice, religion, stereotypes, social class, college youth, and youth culture. There is international coverage as well of the United Kingdom, Asia, Australia, South America, and Europe."	Reference LC 192.6 .Y68 2005

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109th Congressional District Atlas Publisher's description: "Maps are presented on national- and state-level detail based on the districting lines of the 109th Congress. The state-based tables show census designated places, including consolidated cities; the relationship between the Congressional Districts and incorporated places; county subdivisions for 18 states; American Indian areas; census tracts; ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs); urban and rural population and land area; and school districts. The Atlas also offers thorough analysis of many of the tabular and map data."	Reference G 1201 .F7 U45
Encyclopedia of African American History, 1619-1895:  From the Colonial Period to the Age of Frederick Douglass.  v.1-3 Publisher's description:  "Major topics such as "Abolitionism," "Black Nationalism," the "Civil War," the "Dred Scott case," "Reconstruction," "Slave Rebellions and Insurrections," the "Underground Railroad," and "Voting Rights" are given the in-depth treatment one would expect. But the encyclopedia also contains hundreds of fascinating entries on less obvious subjects, such as the "African Grove Theatre," "Black Seafarers," "Buffalo Soldiers," the "Catholic Church and African Americans," "Cemeteries and Burials," "Gender," "Midwifery," "New York African Free Schools," "Oratory and Verbal Arts," "Religion and Slavery," the "Secret Six," and much more. In addition, the Encyclopedia offers brief biographies of important African Americans-as well as white Americans who have played a significant role in African American history-from Crispus Attucks, John Brown, and Henry Ward Beecher to Olaudah Equiano, Frederick Douglass, Sarah Grimke, Sojourner Truth, Nat Turner, Phillis Wheatley, and many others."	Reference E 185 .E545 2006
Encyclopedia of Human Development, v.1-3 Publisher's description:  "The field of human development focuses on the growth and development of the human being including physical, social, psychological, and emotional development. Under the broad umbrella of the term human development you find countless topics that range from charting the emotional attachment of an infant to his or her parents and its long-term effects on well-being, media violence and adolescents’ behavior, or factors moderating the natural decline in physical and mental abilities associated with aging.  "The Encyclopedia is the first comprehensive, authoritative, and informative reference work that presents state-of-the-art research and ready-to-use facts from the fields of psychology, individual and family studies, and education in a way that is not too technical. [It]... covers topics as diverse as adolescence, cognitive development, education, family, gender differences, identity, longitudinal research, personality development, prenatal development, temperament, and more."	Reference HM 626 .E53 2006
Encyclopedia of Science, Technology and Ethics v.1-4 Publisher's description:  "Should governments and corporations be limited in their electronic monitoring of personal e-mails, library activities, and telephone calls -- even in the name of national security? Does science have a moral obligation to resist political influence -- even if it means stalling research? ...The Encyclopedia  considers both the professional ethics of science and technology, and the ethical and political issues raised by science and technology in an increasingly complex and global society... [It] embodies a historically and culturally inclusive approach, with entries on specific religions, linguistic and cultural perspectives, and philosophical positions."	Reference Q 175.35 .E53 2005
German Dictionary of Chemistry and Chemical Technology Publisher's description:  This dictionary contains terms and translations from the following subject areas:   Analytical chemistry - Biotechnology - Color - Laboratory techniques - Organic chemistry - Plastics - Biochemistry - Inorganic chemistry - Metallurgy and Treatment - Physical Chemistry - Industrial chemistry - Spectroscopy - Chromatography - Process engineering.	Reference QD 5 .L26 1997
Greenwood Encyclopedia of American Regional Cultures, v.1-8 v.1:  Great Plains v.2:  Midwest v.3:  Mid-Atlantic v.4:  New England v.5:  Pacific v.6:  Rocky Mountain v.7:  South v.8:  Southwest Publisher's description:  "The study and celebration of regionalism is becoming more and more important to an understanding of American culture, and this is the first definitive reference work on culture in its many regional manifestations within the United States. Each volume includes chapters on integral parts of regional culture, including:  Architecture; Art; Ecology and Environment; Ethnicity; Fashion; Follkore; Food; and Language... "Chapters present exhaustively researched, detailed narratives of the given subjects, covering from indigenous culture through the present day. For example, the chapter on "Music" in The Pacific Region explore such styles as indigenous tribal music; Asian-American composition; the Mexican-American ranchera, norteña genres; Latin and West Coast jazz; Hawaiian slack key music; surf rock; Haight-Ashbury psychedelia; underground L.A. Metal; Northwest garage and grunge rock; and Long Beach ska, among others."	Reference E 169.1 .G73 2004
Historical Dictionary of Jainism Publisher's description:  "Historical Dictionary of Jainism covers the history of Jainism that spans a period of more than 2,500 years. The history, values, concepts and scriptures, eminent mendicant and lay leaders and scholars, places, institutions, and social and cultural factors are covered in over 450 dictionary entries. This comprehensive reference work also includes an introductory essay, explanation of the Jain scriptures, chronology, appendices, bibliography, and an 8-page black-and-white photo spread. This book provides an excellent introduction and overview to Jainism for scholars, students, and general readers."	Reference BL 1303 .W45 2004
Oxford Encyclopedia of Children's Literature Publisher's description:  "The Oxford Encyclopedia of Children's Literature is the first multi-volume set to document and interpret the books read by children in the English-speaking world. It includes brief biographies of every major author and illustrator, and features essays on all genres of children's literature, individual works, and prominent trends and themes, as well as general essays on the traditions of children's literature in many countries of the world."	Reference PN 1008.5 .O94 2006
Routledge Encyclopedia of Narrative Theory Publisher's description:  "The past several decades have seen an explosion of interest in narrative, with this multifaceted object of inquiry becoming a central concern in a wide range of disciplinary fields and research contexts. As accounts of what happened to particular people in particular circumstances and with specific consequences, stories have come to be viewed as a basic human strategy for coming to terms with time, process, and change.  However, the very predominance of narrative as a focus of interest across multiple disciplines makes it imperative for scholars, teachers, and students to have access to a comprehensive reference resource."	Reference PN 212 .R68 2005