History, World

Ancient Civilizations Reference Library

Ancient Civilizations Reference Library , 4v, 2000. The ancient civilizations of Iraq, Egypt, India, China, Central America and other regions are the focus of this remarkable contribution to student reference. Requires Washington County Library card.

Ancient Europe, 8000 BC to 1000 AD: An Encyclopedia of the Barbarian World

This encyclopedia explores the many peoples of early European civilizations responsible for such accomplishments as the rise of farming in the Neolithic era and the building of Stonehenge. Coverage expands from prehistoric origins through the early Middle Ages (8000 BC to AD 1000) when tribal movements helped define the end of ancient culture and the rise of the modern European world. Requires Washington County Library card.

Arms & Armor

Presents the history of weapons and armor through the ages. Describes the design, construction and workings of various weapons, and discusses how methods of warfare have changed. Requires Washington County Library card.

Castle

Describes the castles of the Middle Ages and the lives of the people who lived in them. Requires Washington County Library card.

CultureGrams

Quick Start Guide

Learn about the history, customs, and everyday life of countries around the world. Three editions: World Edition features concise, reliable, and up-to-date reports on 190 countries; Kids Edition features a colorful collection of 68 country reports perfect for school projects and homework assignments; States Edition offers kid-friendly reports on all 50 states. Switch between editions with a simple click. Requires Washington County Library card.

Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion

A three-volume survey of clothing, costume and fashion, presented through 640 essays. Coverage includes the origins of clothing and body adornment, the development of fabrics and technologies, and the social meanings of dress, as well as representative costumes from a wide range of historical eras. For students and researchers at the high-school level or higher. Heavily illustrated. Requires Washington County Library card.

Encyclopedia of Recreation and Leisure in America

From rodeos to quilting bees, stickball to stock car racing, American pastimes comprise a broad range of activities. The two-volume Encyclopedia of Recreation and Leisure in America provides a comprehensive survey of these activities from the Colonial era to the present. This title examines how the pursuit of leisure has changed over time, reflecting shifting social, cultural, political and economic trends in the United States. Particular attention is paid to how leisure activities have varied by region, class, ethnicity, gender and age. Requires Washington County Library card.

Europe, 1450 to 1789: Encyclopedia of the Early Modern World

Explores European history from 1450-1789, from the print revolution to the French Revolution. Includes 1,150 articles written by eminent scholars covering major topics in art, government, and education as well as providing biographical entries on key figures of the period. Also covers topics specific to the era, such as apocalypticism, guilds, food riots, royal mistresses and lovers, the Spanish Inquisition, Utopia and others. Requires Washington County Library card.

Explorer

Provides detailed information on the world of exploration, from early expeditions to high-tech trips into space. Requires Washington County Library card.

Gale Encyclopedia of the Unusual and Unexplained

Responds to the surging interest among students for information on topics relating to magic, witchcraft, the supernatural, and other mysterious phenomena. Information is arranged in an objective manner, presenting varying viewpoints when appropriate, and is written at a level that younger students and researchers can understand. Covers the history, people, and practices related to each topic, as well as popular literature, television programs, and movies related to the subject. Requires Washington County Library card.

Gilded Age and Progressive Era Reference Library

Focuses on the significant social and culture changes that occurred in the years 1878-1913. Requires Washington County Library card.

Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of Physical Geography

Designed specifically for students in grades 5-12, this reference set includes information on the physical properties and characteristics of nearly 200 countries. Requires Washington County Library card.

Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of World Cultures

Profiles more than 290 of the most representative and studied groups from around the world. Presented in nine volumes and arranged into 20 easy-to-follow headings that facilitate quick scanning and meaningful comparisons among cultures, including location, language, folklore, religion, social problems, and more. Requires Washington County Library card.

Knight

Provides information on the world and lives of knights. Requires Washington County Library card.

Middle Ages Reference Library

Middle Ages Reference Library explores the complex period of the Middle Ages, covering the different civilizations and peoples of Medieval times. It also includes biographical essays on significant individuals from the period and an insightful collection of full or excerpted texts from the era. Requires Washington County Library card.

Mythology

Provides an introduction to the world of mythology. Discusses the stories told by different cultures to explain the mysteries of the world. Requires Washington County Library card.

New Dictionary of the History of Ideas

Extensive survey of the history of Western thought and culture, presented through 700 alphabetically arranged entries. Each entry explores the origin, cultural interpretations, and historical themes of such subjects as beauty, love, feminism, diversity, and social capital, among many others. For students and general readers. Requires Washington County Library card.

Nonfiction Classics for Students: Presenting Analysis, Context, and Criticism on Nonfiction Works

Provides in-depth literary and historical background on the most commonly studied nonfiction essays, books, biographies, and memoirs in a streamlined, easy-to-use format. Covering 15-20 works per volume, this reference series gives high-school and undergraduate students an ideal starting point for class assignments, term papers, and special projects. Requires Washington County Library card.

Olympics

Presents the history of the Olympic games from ancient Greece to the present. Requires Washington County Library card.

Pirate

Provides information on the world and lives of pirates. Requires Washington County Library card.

Renaissance and Reformation Reference Library

Covering everything from Luther's Revolt to the writings of Shakespeare, this set provides comprehensive coverage of this amazing time. Includes extensive background information on the period, approximately 50 biographies of people of the era, and includes full or excerpted speeches, diary entries, newspaper and magazine articles, poems, and documents. Requires Washington County Library card.

Shipwreck

Provides an introduction to the world's most significant shipwrecks and their lost cargoes and treasures. Requires Washington County Library card.

SIRS Researcher

Quick Start Guide

A general reference database containing thousands of full-text articles exploring social, scientific, health, historic, business, economic, political and global issues. Articles and graphics are selected from over 1,600 domestic and international publications and are indexed primarily according to Library of Congress-derived subject headings. Requires Washington County Library card.

Titanic

Provides an introduction to the Titanic, from its maiden voyage to its wreck on the ocean floor. Requires Washington County Library card.

UXL Encyclopedia of World Mythology

Entry topics include gods and goddesses; heroes and other key characters; motifs and global themes; major myths; and national or cultural mythologies. Coverage spans a diversity of cultures, including standard Greek/Roman entries as well as Native North and South American traditions, Norse mythology, Asian Pacific mythology, Judeo-Christian tradition, and Islamic and Hindu mythologies. Requires Washington County Library card.

Viking

Provides information on the world and lives of Vikings. Requires Washington County Library card.

War and Terrorism Collection

For students of history, social science and current events. Covers conflicts and their cause as well as their impact and how they are perceived on a global scale. References include 100 subject-appropriate full-text periodicals. Requires Washington County Library card.

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