Reference Universe
Britannica Academic Edition
Updated daily. The combination of the Encyclopædia Britannica and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary and Thesaurus, magazines and periodicals, and many other research tools provides a variety of reliable sources.
Alcohol and Drugs in North America : A Historical Encyclopedia - 2013
This encyclopedia looks at the history of all drugs in North America, including alcohol, tobacco, prescription drugs, cannabis, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and even chocolate and caffeinated drinks.
Biomedical Image Analysis and Mining Techniques for Improved Health Outcomes - 2016
Image mining techniques that are capable of extracting useful information from image data are becoming increasingly useful, especially in medicine and the health sciences. This publication covers a range of applied research on data mining, image processing, computational simulation, data visualization, and image retrieval.
Black's Law Dictionary 11th Edition
The most scholarly and authoritative law dictionary.
Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology - 2007
With over 1800 entries (3.5 million words) it comprehensively covers the discipline of sociology
Border Disputes: a Global Encyclopedia - 2015
Provides broad coverage of approximately 80 current international border disputes and conflicts. Each volume begins with an introduction to the type of dispute to be discussed, identifying the conflict as territorial, positional, or functional.
Britannica Academic Edition
Updated daily. The combination of the Encyclopædia Britannica and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary and Thesaurus, magazines and periodicals, and many other research tools provides a variety of reliable sources.
Britannica Enciclopedia Moderna
Britannica's Spanish-language encyclopedia.
Britannica Escolar Online
Britannica's Spanish-language encyclopedia for a K-12 readership.
Britannica School - Elementary
General encyclopedia for a primary school readership.
Britannica School - High
General encyclopedia for a high school readership.
Britannica School - Middle
General encyclopedia for a middle school readership.
The College Blue Book - 2015
Guide to thousands of 2-and 4-year schools in the U.S. and Canada. Provides detailed descriptions, degree programs offered, scholarships, and occupational education programs.
Comprehensive Handbook of Social Work and Social Welfare - 2008
Volume 1 The Profession of Social Work
Volume 2 Human Behavior in the Social Environment
Volume 3 Social Work Practice
Volume 4 The Profession of Social Work
Contemporary Musicians
Provides biographical information on important figures in modern musical, covering artists working in all genres of modern music, including rock, jazz, pop, rap, rhythm and blues, folk, New Age, country, gospel and reggae. Ceased publication in 2015.
The Corsini Encyclopedia of Psychology -- 2010
For decades Corsini has been the most authoritative encyclopedia that covers the entire discipline of psychology.
Crime and Punishment in America: An Encyclopedia of Trends and Controversies in the Justice System - 2017
* Provides readers with a thorough analysis of the most controversial topics in criminal justice that includes contributions from renowned scholars, activists, victim service providers, and other experts
* Addresses current trends and problems in America's criminal justice system
* Includes tables, graphs, and charts tracking the most important developments related to crime, sentencing, and the prison system
Encyclopedia of Agriculture and Food Systems - 2014
The broad themes of food systems and people, agriculture and the environment, the science of agriculture, agricultural products, and agricultural production systems are covered in more than 200 separate chapters of this work.
Encyclopedia of Algorithms - 2008
Theory of Computation, Electrical Engineering, Applications of Mathematics, Computing Methodologies, Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis
Encyclopedia of Ancient Natural Scientists - 2008
Provides a survey of all ancient natural science, from its beginnings through the end of Late Antiquity.
Encyclopedia of Applied Plant Sciences - 2004
Presents both foundational and applied information on plants used by humans as sources of food, raw materials, and amenity purposes.
Encyclopedia of Aquaculture - 2000
A comprehensive, one-stop reference to the science, technology, and economics of aquaculture.
Encyclopedia of Biological Chemistry - 2004
Defines and explores contemporary biochemistry.
Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance - 2007
For career exploration and planning.
Encyclopedia of Community - 2003
For researchers in the fields of psychology, sociology, or economics interested in the concept of community.
Encyclopedia of Community Corrections - 2012
Explores all aspects of community corrections, from its philosophical foundation to its inception in the 1970s through current day issues regarding this aspect of the criminal justice system.
Encyclopedia of Criminological Theory - 2010
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.
Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol, and Addictive Behavior - 2001
Intended for the student and layperson covering the social, medical and political issues related to drugs and alcohol, as well as types of addiction
Encyclopedia of Education - 2003
Offers a comprehensive view of the institutions, people, processes, roles, and philosophies in educational practice in the United States and throughout the world
Encyclopedia of Education Law - 2008
Places education law in its proper context in the U.S. legal system.
Encyclopedia of Environmental Issues - 2011
Provides information from numerous fields of knowledge relevant to the study of environmental issues, including biology, geology, anthropology, demographics, genetics, and engineering, and explains the interrelationships of these issues.
Encyclopedia of Evolution - 2002
A guide to the essentials of evolutionary biology which surveys essential concepts and theories, present methods, models and findings, and discusses both the history of the field and current controversies.
Encyclopedia of Geography - 2010
Covers a diverse array of topics to offer a comprehensive and useful summary of the state of the discipline of Geography in the early 21st century.
Encyclopedia of Geology - 2005
Covers all aspects of geology including earth history, earth materials, surface processes, regional geology, economic geology, engineering geology, petroleum geology, geochemical and mineral exploration, and the history of geology.
Encyclopedia of Gerontology - 2007
Aging is a complex process of change involving influences of a biological, behavioral, social, and environmental nature, all of which are explored in the context of this encyclopedia.
Encyclopedia of Immunology - 2004
Provides a broad scope and high level of expertise to the many aspects of the field of immunology and related areas, including microbiology, virology, and parasitology.
Encyclopedia of Insects - 2009
Acclaimed as the most comprehensive work devoted to insects. Covering all aspects of insect anatomy, physiology, evolution, behavior, reproduction, ecology, and disease, as well as issues of exploitation, conservation, and management, this book sets the standard in entomology.
Encyclopedia of Invasive Species - 2011
Provides information on invasive plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms in the United States, which are threatening native ecosystems, agriculture, economies, and human health.
Encyclopedia of Language & Linguistics - 2006
Considered to be the most authoritative reference work for the discipline of linguistics.
Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture - 2008
Provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary view of Latin American history and culture from prehistoric times to the present. Covers cultural issues and includes numerous biographical profiles of important figures in politics, letters and the arts.
Encyclopedia of Marine Science - 2009
Brings together information on marine science from its component and affiliate sciences, along with information on technology, commerce, business, society, and history.
Encyclopedia of Mathematics and Society - 2012
Presents some 490 articles showing the math behind our daily lives. Explains how and why math works, and allows readers to better understand how disciplines such as algebra, geometry, calculus, and others affect what we do every day.
Encyclopedia of Military Science - 2013
Provides a comprehensive, ready-reference on the organization, traditions, training, purpose, and functions of today's military. Entries include coverage of the duties, responsibilities, and authority of military personnel and an understanding of strategies and tactics of the modern military and how they interface with political, social, legal, economic, and technological factors.
Encyclopedia of Mobile Phone Behavior - 2015
This is an authoritative source for scholarly research on the use of mobile phones and how these devices are revolutionizing the way individuals learn, work, and interact with one another. Featuring exhaustive coverage on a variety of topics relating to mobile phone use, behavior, and the impact of mobile devices on society and human interaction.
Encyclopedia of Native American Artists - 2008
Indigenous North Americans have continuously made important contributions to the field of art in the U.S. and Canada, yet have been severely under-recognized and under-represented. Native artists work in diverse media, some of which are considered art (sculpture, painting, photography), while others have been considered craft (works on cloth, basketry, ceramics).Some artists feel strongly about working from a position as a Native artist, while others prefer to produce art not connected to a particular cultural tradition.
Encyclopedia of Parasitology - 2008
More than 40 international contributors, who are well known specialists in their fields, give a comprehensive review of all parasites and therapeutic strategies in veterinarian and human parasitology.
Encyclopedia of Political Science - 2011
This comprehensive work traces the evolution of political theories, concepts, research frameworks, and political practices from across the world. As it examines the interplay of political ideas and processes.
Encyclopedia of Popular Music - 2009
This encyclopedia's 30,000 entries cover all genres and periods of popular music from 1900 to the present day, including jazz, country, folk, rap, reggae, techno, musicals, and world music.
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Encyclopedia of Population - 2003
Provides coverage of demographic topics both in the core field and in neighboring disciplines. Topics covered include: rapid demographic expansion in poor countries, low fertility rates, immigration, problems of old-age support, the environmental impact of dense population; the press for expanded reproductive rights; and many other issues.
Encyclopedia of Prostitution and Sex Work - 2006
This is the first to treat in an inclusive reference what is usually considered a societal failing and the underside of sexuality and economic survival.
Encyclopedia of Psychological Trauma - 2008
This is an authoritative reference on the scientific evidence, clinical practice guidelines, and social issues addressed within the field of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Encyclopedia of Public Relations - 2013
Explores the evolution of the Public Relations field, with examples from history describing events, changing practices, and the key figures who developed and expanded the profession.
Encyclopedia of Small Business - 2011
Provides entrepreneurs with how-to information that they can apply to their own business.
Encyclopedia of Social Deviance -- 2014
Drawing contributions from across the social and behavioral sciences, including sociology, anthropology, criminology, politics, psychology, and religion, this work introduces readers to the lively field of rule-making and rebellion that strikes at the core of what it means to be an individual living in a social world.
Encyclopedia of Social Networks - 2011
Provides a thorough introduction to the wide-ranging, fast-developing field of social networking. Offers comprehensive coverage of the theory and research within the social sciences that has sprung from the analysis of such groupings, with accompanying definitions, measures, and research.
Encyclopedia of Social Work - 2008
Considered the cornerstone of reference in its field. Comprehensive in coverage and international in scope, the Encyclopedia is a valuable resource to social work practitioners, scholars, and students.
Encyclopedia of Social Work with Groups - 2014
The book covers all aspects of social work with groups: including its history, values, major models, approaches and methods, education, research, journals, phases of development, working with specific populations and ages.
Encyclopedia of Special Education - 2007
Addresses theory and practice for those working in the special education field.
Encyclopedia of Spectroscopy and Spectrometry - 2010
Written for professional spectroscopists working in academia or industry (e.g., in pharmaceutical, chemical, and engineering industries).
Encyclopedia of Sports Management and Marketing - 2011
A reference work for sports management and sports marketing.
Encyclopedia of the Enlightenment - 2002
Covering the “long” Enlightenment, from the rise of Descartes' disciples in 1670 to the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy in 1815.
Encyclopedia of the United States Census - 2012
Provides a resource to the history, politics, content, procedures, and uses of the decennial census of the American population.
Encyclopedia of Virology - 2008
Serves as the largest single reference source of current research in virology. It covers biological, molecular, and medical topics concerning viruses in animals, plants, bacteria and insects.
Encyclopedia of White-Collar and Corporate Crime - 2005
Covers the history of white-collar and corporate crime.
Environmental Encyclopedia - 2011
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.
Federalism in America - 2005
Defines the most important concepts and describes the models, institutions, court cases, policies, epochs, and personalities that shaped, or have been shaped by, American federalism.
Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer - 2010
Comprehensive survey of 120 cancers, cancer drugs, traditional and alternative treatments, side effects and diagnostic procedures.
Gale Encyclopedia of Everyday Law - 2013
Fills a much-needed gap between legal texts focusing on the theory and history behind the law and more practical guides dealing with the law and its everyday effect upon its citizens. Containing approximately 200 articles, the Encyclopedia includes: brief descriptions of each issue's historical background, covering important statutes and cases; profiles of various U.S. laws and regulations; and details of how laws and regulations vary from state to state.
Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health - 2007
Covering topics in nursing and allied health written for students and professionals in the field.
Geo-Data: World Geographical Encyclopedia - 2003
Provides entries on the physical geography of every country in the world plus other selected locations. Each entry features a relief map depicting the geography of the location plus detailed text that describes its features, climate and vegetation. Entries are formatted with standardized rubrics to facilitate comparison.
Grove Music Online
Is the world’s premier online music encyclopedia, offering comprehensive coverage of music, musicians, music-making, and music scholarship.
Handbook of Research on Advancements in Robotics and Mechatronics - 2015
This work presents new findings, practices, technological innovations, and theoretical perspectives on the the latest advancements in the field of mechanical engineering.
Hispanic Databook - 2013
Includes detailed data on national, state, county, and place (city, town, etc.) levels. It contains profiles on 782 places with the highest concentrations of Hispanic/Latino population, comprising 23 ethnic backgrounds from Argentinean to Venezuelan, and includes 26 topics, including homeownership, income, language spoken, jobs, rent, and poverty.
International Encyclopedia of Linguistics - 2003
Encompasses the full range of topics in linguistics, including such areas as historical, comparative, formal, mathematical, functional, philosophical, and sociolinguistics.
International Encyclopedia of Marriage & Family - 2003
Includes articles specific to countries and to religious traditions, examining the history of family life within these cultures and discussing how families have been affected by political and social change.
Johns Hopkins Guide to Literary Theory and Criticism, The
Considered to be the most authoritative reference work for literary theory and criticism.
Merck Manuals
latest editions
New Palgrave Dictionary of Economics
For the discipline of economics Palgrave's is considered to be the most authoritative encyclopedia.
Oxford Companion to Music - 2011
Focuses on living composers and their music and includes articles that range from clear, concise definitions of musical ideas and terms to extended surveys of musical forms and styles, with specialist coverage of virtually every musical subject.
Oxford Dictionary of Music - 2012
Offers broad coverage of a wide range of musical categories spanning many eras, including composers, librettists, singers, orchestras, important ballets and operas, and musical instruments and their history.
Oxford Dictionary of the Renaissance - 2003
Provides rich detail on all aspects of the Renaissance in 14th to 17th century Europe. Nearly half the entries are biographical, covering artists, thinkers, statesman, and reformers. A table of European ruling houses and a table showing the dates when cities and countries changed from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar are also included.
Oxford Encyclopedia of Latinos and Latinas in the United States - 2004
Draws together the diverse historical and contemporary experiences in the United States of Latinos and Latinas from Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Addresses such broad topics as identity, art, politics, religion, education, health, and history.
The Oxford English Dictionary Online
The OED is the ultimate authority on the usage and meaning of English words and phrases.
People's Chronology, The - 2005
Presents a year-by-year record of human events from prehistory to the present. Each chronological chapter is further organized by era or year, and within each year by 33 standard subject categories that feature not only political events and wars, but also events in the arts and humanities, education, transportation, science and medicine, and social trends. Also includes issues of concern such as consumer protection, crime, and nutrition.
Personal Finance: An Encyclopedia of Modern Money Management - 2015
Explains the who, what, why, and where of contemporary personal finance in simple, easy-to-grasp language, covering the key people, events, terms, tools, policies, and products that make up modern money management.
Plant Sciences - 2001
Introduces the fundamentals of plant sciences, such as cells, transportation and photosynthesis, and also examines related fields, such as agribusiness, conservation and ethnobotany. Fully illustrated with margin definitions, timelines and sidebars throughout
Real-Life Math - 2006
Provides an understanding of commonly studied math concepts by illustrating their use in everyday life in everyday tasks, such as buying insurance, constructing a budget, reading graphs, adjusting cooking recipes or planning for retirement.
Resources for College Libraries - continually updated
Is the successor to the print format third edition of Books for College Libraries. It is a core list of selected print and electronic titles, covering 58 curriculum-specific subject areas.
Sexually Transmitted Disease - 2014
Investigates the spectrum of sexually transmitted diseases and related topics and issues, describing their microscopic origins, the chronology of research and medical treatment, the body parts affected, and the modern-day methods of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of spread.
Sociology of Work - 2013
Discusses the simple act of going to work every day and examines why it is an integral part of all societies across the globe. Covers curricular subjects that addresses why we work, ranging from business and management to anthropology, sociology, social history, psychology, politics, economics, and health.
Space Sciences - 2003
From the history of space exploration to the future of "space business," this set offers a broad survey of the space sciences. Includes biographies of scientists and the space-related job market.
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
This is considered to be the most authoritative encyclopedia covering the entire discipline of philosophy.
UXL Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances - 2006
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. Statistics highlight each entry and sidebars provide information on the legal, historical or social aspects of the particular drug.
Water: Science and Issues - 2003
Covers all important water science concepts and current issues and highlights major historical developments and key figures.
