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Acronyms, Initialisms, and Abbreviations Dictionary, 39th ed., 2008 Provides definitions of a wide variety of acronyms, initialisms, abbreviations and similar contractions, translating them into their full names or meanings. Terms from subject areas such as associations, education, the Internet, medicine and others are included.     African American Almanac, 10th ed. Provides a range of historical and current information on African American history, society and culture. Includes coverage of such topics as: Africa and the Black diaspora; film and television; landmarks; national organizations; population; religion; science and technology; and sports.   Alternative Energy, 3v, 2006 This three-volume set introduces students to issues surrounding both current energy sources and alternative energy options. While there is significant discussion of the non-renewable resources now used to meet the majority of the world's energy needs.  American Revolution Provides information on the American war for independence: the battles and leaders, soldiers and heroes, scoundrels and patriots.   American Social Reform Movements Reference Library, 5v, 2007 Current headlines, classroom assignments, and natural concern all draw students to social reform studies.   Arts and Humanities Through the Eras, 5v, 2005 Profiling milestones and movements in the arts, literature, music, and religion from a specific period, each volume in this five-volume set helps students and researchers understand the various disciplines of the humanities in relation to each other, as well as to history and culture.   Beacham's Guide to the Endangered Species of North America, 6v, 2000 Presents extensive data on the habitats and ecosystems of more than 1,200 species identified as endangered or threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service.   The Bill of Rights 1, 5v, 2005 The Bill of Rights series highlights the living and breathing nature of this important founding document. Each anthology focuses on one civil right guaranteed by the amendments and traces its evolution throughout American history to the present. Primary documents -- including landmark Supreme Court rulings -- reveal the ongoing effort to define the exact meaning of the text and apply its abstract concepts to real-world cases. Secondary sources, including magazine articles and book excerpts, add an additional layer of analysis and commentary.   Biology, 4v, 2002 A comprehensive collection of articles on all aspects of biological science, including its history and issues. Includes articles on biology-related careers and important individuals, as well as topics from active transport to zoology research. Amply illustrated with full-color photos and line drawings. Glossary illuminates scientific terms.   Biotechnology: Changing Life Through Science, 3v, 2007 Covers biotechnological applications ranging across medicine, agriculture, and industry. Devoted to helping younger students and general readers understand the fast-developing science and issues related to: advances in biotechnology, the science of molecular biology and genetics.   Blackbirch Kid's Visual Reference of the United States, Vol. 1, 2003 Contains more than 2,500 graphs, charts, maps, and photos that cover the most important and interesting facts about every state in the country.   Blackbirch Kid's Visual Reference of the World, Vol. 1, 2001 Presents more than 2,500 graphs, charts, maps, and photos that cover the most important and interesting facts about every country on the planet.   Business Leader Profiles for Students, 2v, 2002 Covers 350 prominent individuals who have made significant contributions to business and industry. Profiles range from 1,250 to 2,500 words in length.   Business Plans Handbook, Vol. 12, 2007 A collection of actual business plans compiled by entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses throughout North America. Each volume presents approximately 25 sample plans taken from businesses in the manufacturing, retail, and service industries--only company names and addresses have been changed.   Business Plans Handbook, Vol. 13, 2008 Actual business plans compiled by, and aimed at, entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses. Presents sample plans taken from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries which serve as examples of how to approach, structure and compose business plans.   Business Plans Handbook, Vol. 14, 2008 Actual business plans compiled by, and aimed at, entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses. Presents sample plans taken from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries which serve as examples of how to approach, structure and compose business plans.   Career Information Center, 9th ed., 13v, 2007 The Career Information Center provides information every job seeker should have. Updated with a full volume devoted to computer careers, the first 12 volumes each focus on a different career area, and contain over 700 job profiles.   Checks and Balances: The Three Branches of the American Government, 3v, 2005 Offers easy-to-understand information about the U.S. federal government’s inner workings.   Chemical Compounds, 3v, 2006 Chemical Compounds complements U*X*L's award-winning Chemical Elements set by offering information on the ways in which different chemical elements combine to form commonly used chemical compounds, such as water, ammonia, and aspirin. College Blue Book, 35th ed., 6v, 2008 Guide to thousands of 2- and 4-year schools in the U.S. and Canada. Covers the expected listings and detailed descriptions, degree programs offered, scholarships, and occupational education programs.    Complete Dictionary of Scientific Biography, 26v, 2008  Provides information on the history of science through articles on the professional lives of scientists. All periods of science from classical antiquity to modern times are represented.       Constitutional Amendments: From Freedom of Speech to Flag Burning, 2nd ed., 3v, 2008 Provides the history and social context of the amendment process, covering each of the 27 amendments. Significant issues, events, figures, movements and judicial/legislative actions in the history of each amendment are also covered chronologically.   Contemporary Fashion, 2nd ed., 2002 A reference book covering individual designers and fashion houses that have been active throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Informative essays mirror the many facets of the fashion world.   Contemporary Novelists, 7th ed., 2001 Contains biographical/critical essays on the most important living novelists writing in English worldwide.   Contemporary Poets, 7th ed., 2001 Provides biographical and bibliographical information on 789 of the world's most important contemporary English-language poets, including 120 new to this edition. Entries include personal and career information, addresses, a detailed bibliography, a list of further reading sources, and more.   Crime and Punishment: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents from the Social Issues Primary Source Collection focuses on the issue of crime and punishment in the last three centuries.   Eleanor Roosevelt Papers, 2007 Chronicling her development as diplomat, politician and journalist in the years 1945 to 1948, The Eleanor Roosevelt Papers Project: The Human Rights Years is filled with original writings and speeches that have been thoughtfully annotated and made easily accessible through a comprehensive index. Enhanced with more than 130 illustrations and a chronology.   Elizabethan World Reference Library, 4v, 2007 During the reign of Elizabeth I, 1558-1603, England was transformed from a backward and isolated island to a leading military power and commercial center in which culture and the arts flourished.   Encyclopaedia Judaica, 2nd ed., 22v, 2007 Updated edition of this lauded work on Judaism features more than 21,000 entries on Jewish life, culture, history, and religion, written by Israeli, American and European subject specialists.   Encyclopedia of African-American Culture and History, 2nd ed., 6v, 2006 The Encyclopedia is a 5-volume set and a supplement covering all aspects of the African-American experience from 1619 to the present day.   Encyclopedia of American Industries, 4th ed., 2v, 2005 Business reference encyclopedia providing detailed, comprehensive information on a wide range of industries in every realm of American business.   Encyclopedia of Business and Finance, 2nd ed., 2nd ed., 2v, 2007 Designed for the nonspecialist, the Encyclopedia of Business and Finance is a 2-vol. complete reference covering five general areas: finance and banking, accounting, marketing, management, and information systems.   Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion, 3v, 2005 This broad-based set surveys clothing, body adornment, and examines the origins of clothing, the development of fabrics and technologies, and the social meanings of dress. It also presents information on representative costumes from a wide variety of historical eras, which are frequently the topic of student research.   Encyclopedia of Management, 5th ed., 2006 Encyclopedia of Management covers over 300 topics in management theories and applications, written by academics and business professionals who have first hand knowledge of the particular topic or essay they are contributing.   Encyclopedia of Philosophy, 2nd ed., 10v, 2006 A new and updated edition of this multivolume set -- the first comprehensive new edition in almost 40 years.     Encyclopedia of Race and Racism, 3v, 2008 Examines the anthropological, sociological, historical, economic, and scientific theories of race and racism in the modem era. Delves into the historic origins of ideas of race and racism and explores their social and scientific consequences. Includes biographies of significant theorists, as well as political and social leaders and notorious racists.   Encyclopedia of Religion, 2nd ed., 15v, 2005 The second edition of this highly regarded encyclopedia, intended to reflect both changes in academia and in the world since 1987, preserves the best of the first edition's cross-cultural approach, while emphasizing religion's role within everyday life and as a unique experience from culture to culture.   Encyclopedia of Science, Technology, and Ethics, 4v, 2005 This encyclopedia considers both the professional ethics of science and technology, and the social, ethical, and political issues raised by science and technology. This resource includes general reference information but also uses a historically and culturally inclusive approach to ethics, with entries on specific religions, linguistic and cultural perspectives, and philosophical positions.   Encyclopedia of Small Business, 3rd ed., 2v, 2007 This convenient and exhaustive print reference source is designed to provide entrepreneurs with how-to information that they can apply to their own business.   Encyclopedia of the American Revolution: Library of Military History, 2v, 2006 The new edition of this encyclopedia profiles both lesser-known and famous battles throughout the period 1763-1783. It also features biographies of key participants and details regarding campaigns and strategy, battles, skirmishes, naval actions, weaponry, political issues and events, popular legends, and the participation of European powers. Encyclopedia of the Solar System   Encyclopedia of World Biography, Vol. 24, 2nd ed., 2005 The first complete revision in 25 years, this 2nd edition includes approximately 2,000 more entries than the first edition, with more women, multicultural and international coverage, bringing the total to approximately 7,000 biographies on notables from every part of the world and from all time periods.   Encyclopedia of World Biography, Vol. 25, 2nd ed., 2005 The first complete revision in 25 years, this 2nd edition includes approximately 2,000 more entries than the first edition, with more women, multicultural and international coverage, bringing the total to approximately 7,000 biographies on notables from every part of the world and from all time periods. Encyclopedia of World Biography, vol. 26 Encyclopedia of World Biography, vol. 27 Encyclopedia of World Biography, vol. 28 Encyclopedia of World Biography, vol. 29   Environmental Issues: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volumes of primary source documents focuses on the environment, a leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Everyday Finance: Economics, Personal Money Management, and Entrepreneurship, 2v, 2008 Provides a mix of basic and practical information on economics, personal money management, and starting a business.   Extremist Groups: Information for Students, 2v, 2006 Extremist Groups: Information for Students provides an overview and history of 150 extremist organizations worldwide that are active today.   Family in Society: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents focuses on the role of the family in society. It contains approximately 175 full and excerpted documents---speeches, legislation, magazine and newspaper articles, and more...   Fashion, Costume, and Culture: Clothing, Headwear, Body Decorations, and Footwear through the Ages, 5v, 2004 Provides a broad overview of costume traditions of diverse cultures from prehistoric times to the present day. Examines more than 430 items of human decoration and adornment, ranging from togas to turbans, necklaces to tennis shoes.   Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine, 2nd ed., 4v, 2005 Presents current, unbiased information on alternative and complementary medical practices, including reflexology, acupressure, acupuncture, chelation therapy, kinesiology, yoga, chiropractic, Feldenkrais, polarity therapy, detoxification, naturopathy, Chinese medicine, biofeedback, Ayurveda, and osteopathy.   Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer, 2nd ed., 2v, 2006 Comprehensive survey of 120 cancers, cancer drugs, traditional and alternative treatments, side effects and diagnostic procedures.   Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health: Infancy through Adolescence, 4v, 2006 The set, which covers every major body system, is arranged into five main entry types: Diseases and Disorders, Development, Immunizations, Drugs, and Procedures. Gale Encyclopedia of Diets: A Guide to Health and Nutrition   Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders, 2nd ed., 2v, 2005 Provides clear, complete information on genetic disorders, including conditions, tests, procedures, treatments and therapies, in articles that are both comprehensive and easy to understand in language accessible to laypersons.   Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed., 5v, 2006 Includes information on more than 1,600 medical disorders and concepts. Each article includes in-depth discussion of causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, procedures, and other related topics. Written for a general audience with an authoritative tone. Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Health , 2nd ed.   Gale Encyclopedia of Multicultural America, 2nd ed., 3v, 2000 Contains 8,000 to 12,000 word essays on specific culture groups in the United States, emphasizing religions, holidays, customs, and languages in addition to providing information on historical background and settlement patterns. Gale Encyclopedia of Science , 4th ed.

Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. Economic History, 2v, 1999 Designed to answer such key questions as: How has the U.S. Constitution shaped the economy of the United States? What were the consequences of Prohibition on consumers' behavior? This title presents 1,000 entries, era overviews, event/movement profiles, biographies, business/industry profiled, geographic profiles, and more. Gale Library of Daily Life: American Civil War Gale Library of Daily Life: Slavery in America   Gender Issues and Sexuality: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents from the Social Issues Primary Source Collection focuses on the issues of gender and sexualtiy in the last three centuries.   Gilded Age and Progressive Era Reference Library, 4v, 2007 Helping students relate to the significant social and culture changes that occurred in the years 1878-1913, Gilded Age and Progressive Era Reference Library has the details and vital connections largely missing in other references.   Government, Politics, and Protest: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents focuses on some of the leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries dealing with government, politics, and protests.   Grzimek's Student Animal Life Resource, 21v, 2005 Grzimek's Student Animal Life Resource offers broad, comprehensive coverage of the animal kingdom, ranging from the simple -- sponges and corals -- to the complex -- mammals. In this 20-volume set, animals are grouped by major classifications.   Human and Civil Rights: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents from the Social Issues Primary Source Collection focuses on the issues of human and civil rights in the last three centuries.   Immigration and Multiculturalism: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents focuses on some of the leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries: immigration and multiculturalism.   International Dictionary of Films and Filmmakers, 4th ed., 4v, 2001 Written for film students and film buffs alike, this set features thorough coverage of legendary films, actors, actresses, directors, writers, and other production artists through detailed essays and commentary by experts.   Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of Foods and Recipes of the World, 4v, 2002 Provides comprehensive coverage of the foods and recipes of approximately 75 cultural groups from more than 60 countries. Entries provide 10-15 recipes for each group and include data on the agriculture and dietary habits of each group as well as an overview of each group's nutrition and health. Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of the Nations , 5th ed. Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of the States, 5th ed.   Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of World Holidays, 4v, 2000 Provides in-depth information on such holidays as Christmas, Halloween/Day of the Dead, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Ramadan, and others. Descriptions by country let students compare and contrast customs, traditions, ceremonies, folklore, clothing, food, arts and crafts, music, and dance of different countries.   Landmarks of the American Revolution: Library of Military History, 2nd ed., 2006 Zooming in on key locations connected to the American Revolution, this expanded and completely revised edition of Col. Mark M. Boatner III's original book goes beyond U.S. borders when profiling historical sites and landmarks significant to the war.   Medicine, Health, and Bioethics: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents focuses on some of the leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries: medicine, bioethics, and health. New Encyclopedia of Africa , 2nd ed.   Notable Black American Men, Book II, 2007 Notable Black American Men profiles contemporary and historic figures whose accomplishments will inspire students of every heritage.   Prejudice in the Modern World Reference Library, 2007 Explores the many different types of prejudice, their history, what causes these prejudices in people and societies, and their consequences. Presents profiles of diverse and unique men and women who played key roles in the history of prejudice. Excerpted documents tell various stories in the words of the people who fought prejudice, acted out prejudices, and those who were the victims of prejudice.   Psychologists and Their Theories for Students, 2v, 2005 Perfect for research assignments in psychology, science and history, this one-stop source for in-depth coverage of major psychological theories and the people who developed them provides a unique approach to the study of psychological history as it pertains to analysis. An introductory essay provides an overview of the various schools of psychological thought, from behaviorism to Gestalt theory, introducing the basic history of the field. Detailed entries follow, explaining in clear language each individual theory in practical terms and exploring the historical impact of each.   Real-Life Math, 2v, 2006 This set helps students better understand commonly studied math concepts by illustrating their use in everyday life. Everyday tasks.   Roaring Twenties Reference Library, 2v, 2006 The Roaring Twenties Reference Library chronicles and illustrates a time of great social change in everything from fashion to music to politics. Defining books such as "The New Negro" by Alain Locke and "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald are shown to both reflect and create the temper of the times.   Schirmer Encyclopedia of Film, 4v, 2007 This reference provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to film and film studies, covering such aspects as production, national traditions, studios, genres, critical theory and film history. Scholarships, Fellowships and Loans , 24th ed.   Shakespeare for Students, 2nd ed. Collection of essays by Shakespeare scholars that have been selected for students at the high school or undergraduate college level. Each entry includes an introduction; a plot synopsis; a character list; a discussion of the work's principal themes; information about the style and literary devices used; a conversation about the work's historical context; and a critical overview.   Shaping of America, 1783-1815 Reference Library, 5v, 2006 At the successful conclusion of the Revolutionary War, America could look back with pride on the accomplishments of the preceding three decades and look forward with excitement and trepidation to the challenges of shaping its new government.   Social Policy: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents focuses on some of the leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries dealing with social policies.   Something About the Author, Vol. 159, 2005 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students, and other researchers, this volume provides illustrated biographical profiles of approximately 70 children's authors and artists, ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers. Entries typically cover personal life, career, writings, works in progress, adaptations, and additional sources.   Something About the Author, Vol. 160, 2005 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students, and other researchers, this volume provides illustrated biographical profiles of approximately 70 children's authors and artists, ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers.   Something About the Author, Vol. 161, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students, and other researchers, this volume provides illustrated biographical profiles of approximately 70 children's authors and artists, ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers. Entries typically cover personal life, career, writings, works in progress, adaptations, and additional sources.   Something About the Author, Vol. 162, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students, and other researchers, this volume provides illustrated biographical profiles of approximately 70 children's authors and artists, ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers. Entries typically cover personal life, career, writings, works in progress, adaptations, and additional sources.   Something About the Author, Vol. 163, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 164, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 165, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 166, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 167, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 168, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 169, 2006 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 170, 2007 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 171, 2007 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 172, 2007 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 173, 2007 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 174, 2007 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   Something About the Author, Vol. 175, 2007 An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 children's authors and artists.   St. James Encyclopedia of Popular Culture, 5v, 2000 Includes more than 2,700 signed essays ranging from 500 to 2,500 words, written by subject experts and edited to form a consistent, readable, and straightforward reference. Entries include subject-specific bibliographies and, where appropriate, photographs and textual cross-references to related essays.   Television in American Society Reference Library, 4v, 2007 Focused on a popular topic, this exciting collection gives students and teachers substantial material for discussion and research. The three-volume set shows how television has reflected and influenced American society and culture throughout its history, covering both positive and negative effects.   Terrorism: Essential Primary Sources, 2006 This volume of primary source documents from the Social Issues Primary Source Collection focuses on the issue of terrorism in the last three centuries.   U*X*L Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances, 5v, 2006 This set provides detailed information on 52 drugs and other addictive substances, defined as illegal drugs, legal addictive drugs and other substances as well as commonly abused classes of prescription and over-the-counter drugs.   U*X*L Encyclopedia of Landforms and Other Geologic Features, 3v, 2004 Focuses on the physical and geological aspects, structure, and features of 48 of the earth's landforms -- what they are, how they look, how they were created, how they change over time, and major geological events associated with them. Written for middle school students to support earth science and landform-related assignments, alphabetically arranged entries follow a standard and consistent subheaded format, range in length from 9 to 11 pages, and cover common and unusual landforms such as archipelago, estuary, isthmus, tributary, and many more. U*X*L Encyclopedia of Native American Tribes , 2nd ed., 4v, 2008 Provides detailed studies of tribes from all over the United States and Canada, including small tribes and some that no longer exist. Gives detailed yet accessible information on history, religion, art, government, economy, daily life and current social and political issues. U*X*L Encyclopedia of Weather and Natural Disasters   U*X*L Graphic Novelists, 3v, 2007 Graphic novels -- novels merging pictures and rich language to create a unique experience of literature and art -- are enjoying a renewed popularity, especially with students and young adults.   World of Earth Science, 2v, 2003 This title in Thomson Gale's ""World of"" Series is a comprehensive guide to the concepts, theories, discoveries, pioneers, and issues relating to topics in earth science. Its encyclopedic approach offers approximately 650 entries in a convenient A-Z format, cross-reference headings, and is written in easy to understand language.   World of Forensic Science, 2v, 2005 World of Forensic Science is a convenient, comprehensive guide to the scientific processes and the legal, social and ethical issues involved in the forensic sciences. Approximately 600 entries cover the individuals, techniques, and principles of biology, chemistry, law, medicine, physics, computer science, geology, and psychology involved in the multidisciplinary approach of examining crime scenes and evidence to be used in legal proceedings.   World Religions Reference Library, 6v, 2007 Religion influences the views and actions of many people, in both political and personal ways. To make sense of many historical and current events, to learn how many people find meaning and purpose in their lives, students and the general public need to understand the development and doctrines of the world's religions.   Worldmark Encyclopedia of Religious Practices, 3v, 2006 Worldmark Encyclopedia of Religious Practices presents detailed information on current religious practices around the world, with an emphasis on how religion impacts the daily lives of its followers.