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Author
Publisher
Gale Group
Pub. Date
c2002
Language
English
Description
This 4-vol. set illustrates the importance of scientific and mathematical principles through their use in everyday life. Each volume focuses on a specific scientific discipline -- biology, chemistry, earth sciences and physics -- offering students an in-depth understanding of each discipline and its theories.
Author
Publisher
Gale
Pub. Date
c2003
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This is a revised and updated edition of one of the most authoritative and comprehensive sources on the world's animals. Similar to the first edition written by noted zoologist Bernard Grzimek and published in 1972, the second edition covers all types of animals in geographic areas around the world. It includes high-quality photographs and illustrations and a comprehensive index to all volumes."--"The Top 20 Reference Titles of the Year," American...
Publisher
Gale Group
Pub. Date
c2004
Language
English
Formats
Description
Presents easy-to-understand information on 200 countries and dependencies from around the world. Entries discuss a variety of topics in detail, from banking and securities to climate, from government data to demographic statistics. Also includes biographical essays on national leaders.
Publisher
Macmillan Reference USA
Pub. Date
c2003
Language
English
Description
Covering all aspects of death and dying -- biological, medical, social, sociological, psychological, religious, and philosophical -- the 2-vol. Macmillan Encyclopedia of Death and Dying also provides a deep historical and cross-cultural perspective through the ages.
Publisher
Gale
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
Provides comprehensive coverage of the environmental sciences. Cross-curricular in nature, the title supports both basic and advanced curricula in earth and environmental science, physics, chemistry, and biology, as well as general science, history, government, and the social sciences.
Publisher
Gale
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Formats
Description
Covers numerous North American religious groups in the U.S. and Canada. Includes essays and directory listings describing the historical development of religious families and providing factual information about each group within those families. Provides, when available, rubrics for membership figures, educational facilities and periodicals.
52) War of 1812
Author
Publisher
UXL
Pub. Date
c2002
Language
English
Description
A chronological overview of the events of the War of 1812, accompanied by fifteen biographies of individuals associated with the war.
Publisher
Gale, a Cengage Company
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Covers topics such as dieting and popular diets, dietary concerns, nutritional basics, and the effects of a person's dietary choices on one's health. Topics are organized around the development and history of a diet, its basic principles, any key figures that influence the trend, and any public or regulatory concerns associated with the practice. Provides information across all age groups from infants to the elderly.
56) War in the Persian Gulf reference library: from Operation Desert Storm to Operation Iraqi Freedom
Author
Publisher
UXL
Pub. Date
c2004
Language
English
Description
Triggered by its invasion of Kuwait, Iraq was pitted against a 32-nation coalition of forces commanded by Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf, whose air attacks led the way for a ground war that met with success in less than four days.
57) Photography
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2005
Language
English
Description
Illustrates techniques and demonstrates how to take good pictures. Looks at renowned photographers, the most up to date equipment and a history of the art form.
58) Film
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2006
Language
English
Description
Explores every aspect of film and provides pointers on how to watch and understand films of different types, styles, and periods. Profiles the most important historical and contemporary directors, actors, producers, and studios.
Series
Publisher
Omnigraphics, Incorporated
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
This book provides updated facts about mental and emotional health and associated illnesses, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, compulsive and impulsive disorders, behavioral disorders, personality disorders, and psychotic disorders.