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For the beginner or the devoteeーit's everything the classical music buff needs to know. The major composers from Bach and Bartok to Rachmaninoff and Tchaikovsky Significant performers from Maurice……続きを見る

For a full list of entries, contributors, and more, visit the Encyclopedia of American Folk Art web site. This is the first comprehensive, scholarly study of a most fascinating aspect of American h……続きを見る

This reference work surveys the leaders of Russia and the Soviet Union- from Michael, the first Romanov tsar in 1613, through the creation and dissolution of the Soviet Union, to the present day Pre……続きを見る

An indispensable guide for Harry Potter fans of all ages. Harry Potter is, without doubt, the publishing sensation of the past decade. Here for the first time in dictionary form is an unofficial rea……続きを見る

The Encyclopedia of Twentieth-Century Latin American and Caribbean Literature, 1900–2003 draws together entries on all aspects of literature including authors, critics, major works, magazines, genre……続きを見る

«Рассматриваемая личность является человеком, страдающим слишком долгим раздумьем, длительно и весьма обстоятельно размышляющий надо всем подряд. Поэтому зачастую получается так, что он из простых, ……続きを見る

This handy, pocket-sized and easy-to-follow guide is essential for anyone interested in wine who wants to know more about it – how and where it's made, how to choose it, and how to get the most out ……続きを見る

A RUSA 2007 Outstanding Reference Title The Qur'an is the source of inspiration for one of the world's major religions, followed today by over a billion people. It plays a central role in Islam and ……続きを見る

With information on over 500 organizations, their founders and membership, this unique encyclopedia is an invaluable resource on the history of African-American activism. Entries on both historical ……続きを見る

SHARKS: 101 SUPER FUN FACTS AND AMAZING PICTURES ( FEATURING THE WORLD's TOP 10 SHARKS) This book depicts the wonder of the world of Sharks in all its glory. Children are given a well-rounded unders……続きを見る

A completely updated, revised edition of the classic, outfitted with a whole new arsenal of indispensable knowledge on global affairs, popular culture, economic trends, scientific principles, and mo……続きを見る

En este compendio el lector podrá encontrar todo lo que necesita saber para convertirse en un conocedor de cigarros, historia del tabaco, tipos de cigarros, algunas marcas recomendadas, cigarros del……続きを見る

The untold stories of bravery, triumph, and redemption in the depths of the darkest world war. Behind the great powers, global military conflict, and infamous battles are more than 100 incredible st……続きを見る

The most comprehensive and authoritative dictionary of Buddhism ever produced in English With more than 5,000 entries totaling over a million words, this is the most comprehensive and authoritative ……続きを見る

The study of international relations has changed rapidly in recent years. Firstly as a consequence of major political and economic change – the end of the cold war and the fall of communism, the res……続きを見る

The Routledge Encyclopedia of Film Theory is an international reference work representing the essential ideas and concepts at the centre of film theory from the beginning of the twentieth century, t……続きを見る

The Encyclopedia of Erotic Literature is a two-volume work that contains some 540 entries on erotic literature on an international scale. The Encyclopedia has an unprecedented scope, the first schol……続きを見る

The Encyclopedia of Italian Literary Studies is a two-volume reference book containing some 600 entries on all aspects of Italian literary culture. It includes analytical essays on authors and works……続きを見る

The Encyclopedia of Nineteenth-Century Photography is the first comprehensive encyclopedia of world photography up to the beginning of the twentieth century. It sets out to be the standard, definiti……続きを見る

A completely new full-colour edition of the popular guide to science First published in 1989, this is the third edition of the popular Gem Basic Facts Science. The Basic Facts series is a series of ……続きを見る

In this encyclopedia, some 200 international scholars in 360 articles explore subjects such as physics, archeostronomy, astronomy, mathematics, time's measurements and divisions, as well as covering……続きを見る

Latin American Women Writers: An Encyclopedia presents the lives and critical works of over 170 women writers in Latin America between the sixteenth and twentieth centuries. This features thematic e……続きを見る

1) Leadership: The art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it. - Dwight D. Eisenhower 2) Go to the people. Learn from them. Live with them. Start with what t……続きを見る

This Encyclopedia brings together the vast array of historical research into the reality of the man, the teachings, the acts, and the events ascribed to him that have served as the foundational stor……続きを見る

Jewish symbols reflect the interaction of word and image within Jewish culture. Jews have always studied, interpreted, and revered sacred texts; they have also adorned the settings and occasions of ……続きを見る

For millions of people throughout the world, the Hebrew Bible functions as the foundation of their faith. For millions more, the same book functions as the subject of their studies. For both groups,……続きを見る

Spine-chilling tales of the ultimate evil deeds for all true crime fans! Murders have long made headlines, but only those with the most heartless betrayals, twisted lies, and gruesome crime scenes h……続きを見る

This book tells the stories behind four ancient events you might have never heard before. The topics include: Pompeii, The Legend of the 49 Ronin, The Letter of Jesus This is a collection of previ……続きを見る

In 1996, Garland published the second edition of the Encyclopedia of Police Science, edited by the late William G. Bailey. The work covered all the major sectors of policing in the US. Since then mu……続きを見る

Europe Since 1945: An Encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference work of some 1,700 entries in two volumes. Its scope includes all of Europe and the successor states to the former Soviet Union. The v……続きを見る