| Encyclopedias |
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One of the most authoritative sources in the world with over 118,000 encyclopedia articles at multiple reading levels. Includes a web links selected by Britannica editors. |
Documents the myriad ways in which culture defines and separates the nations of the world as much as geographical borders do. Surveys each country's shared values, behaviors and cultural variations. [Gale Virtual Reference Library] |
Encyclopedia of African-American Culture & History Covers all aspects of the African-American experience from 1619 to the present day. Using biographies, historical essays, and thematic pieces, it addresses the cultural roots, participation in American life, and current condition of the African-American community. |
| Addresses the new frontiers that have opened in the area of addictive studies, exploring not only the biological basis for addiction, but also recent enhancements in diagnosis and treatment. |
Provides in-depth, worldwide coverage of environmental issues. Each article is written in a nontechnical style and provides current status, analysis, and suggested solutions whenever possible. |
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. |
New Dictionary of the History of Ideas Essential tool to make the often complex history of "what we think" accessible to students and general readers. Brings fresh intelligence and a global perspective to bear on timeless questions about the individual and society. |
| Maps/Geographical Information |
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Online atlas includes satellite, street maps and more [National Geographic]. |
Perry-Castaneda Library Map Collection Extensive collection of digitized maps with worldwide coverage [Univ. of Texas]. |
Authoritative, in-depth information about the nations and other areas of the world [Library of Congress]. |
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