The Oxford Encyclopedia of African American History, 1896 to the Present

• Copyright 2009
• Deluxe 5-volume, hardcover series
• Chronology of major events in black history
• Includes coverage of Hurricane Katrina and the 2008 election
• Entries range from 500 to 12,000 words and include cross references and bibliographies
• Signed entries written by leading scholars and experts
• Appeals to a wide range of readers including students, scholars and general readers
• Includes extensive 5-page essay on Barack Obama
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• Preface - Library Journal Review
• STILL AVAILABLE: Encyclopedia of African American History, 1619 - 1895; A Booklist Editor's Choice for 2006

Complete American Presidents source book

5 Volume Set

"A noteworthy resource with some unusual features...These volumes contain a wealth of accessible information." -- School Library Journal (November 2001)

Designed to provide the information most sought after by students looking for information on United States presidents, Complete American Presidents source book is a 5-vol. set providing a comprehensive biographies from George Washington to George W. Bush. Featuring both biographies and primary source documents, each profile includes:

• A 2,000-to 3,400-word essay covering the president's life, career and legacy
• An emphasis on the long-term impact of the president's administration
• One or more full or excerpted speech/inaugural addresses
• Background and impact notes
• A 1,200-to 1,800-word biography of the first lady
• Sidebars and indexes
• And much more

ISBN 13: 9780787648374
ISBN 10: 078764837X

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