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

Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Writers

"Written in an inviting manner for a middle-school audience. This new title will be convenient for children's services in school and public libraries. Recommended as a stimulating reference, reading-advisory, and browsing tool for students and librarians." -- Booklist

In two volumes, Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Writers provides students writing reports or wondering what to read next with 80 biographical entries covering the best-known, highest-praised, scariest, funniest and most-promising authors. Your students will find succinct, yet comprehensive coverage of each author's life and creative work; more than 150 photos; author and critic quotes; a list of Hugo and Nebula Award winners; and a subject index.

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