Reference works

In the halls of knowledge, amidst the towering stacks of books, more than just facts and fiction await.

This extraordinary book defines and describes librarianship and library science through insightful and thoughtful essays contributed by 17 recognized leaders of the profession.

Italian Opera in the 18th and 19th centuries was an experience unequaled anywhere else in the world.

In 1901 workers at the Panhandle shops of the Pennsylvania Railroad in Columbus, Ohio formed a professional football team called the Columbus Panhandles.

Teaching and Learning in the Intermediate Multiage Classroom describes in practical detail a creative and effective teaching practice in multiage elementary classrooms, one that integrates challenging academics with personalized teaching and learning.

Edward "e;Moose"e; Krause spent nearly sixty years as a student-athlete, coach, athletic director, and de facto ambassador to the Notre Dame's legions of fans around the world.

Here are the personal philosophies, opinions, thoughts, witticisms, and feelings of such upstanding and quintessential Americans as Abigail Adams, Dolly Madison, Eleanor Roosevelt, Jacqueline Kennedy, Nancy Reagan, Barbara Bush, and Hillary Clinton.

Editor Vibiana Bowman has drawn together contributions from some of the leading scholars in the interdisciplinary field of children and childhood studies (CCS) in this guided approach to literature searching in CCS.

Taoism, the set of philosophical teachings and religious practices rooted in the understanding of the Chinese character Tao, or "e;The Way,"e; was founded by the Chinese philosopher Laozi in the 6th Century BCE, whose work, the Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way and its Virtue) laid the philosophical foundation for the religion's beliefs.

Bobby Knight spent nearly 30 years as the controversial yet incredibly successful head basketball coach at Indiana University.

When it began, modern Spanish cinema was under strict censorship, forced to conform to the ideological demands of the Nationalist regime.

Ben Hogan continues to be one of the most admired and contemplated figures in the golf world, even though he passed away in 1997 and played his last competitive round of golf 30 years ago.

In this book, Daniel Putman outlays three forms of courage: physical, mental, and psychological.

A valuable and easy-to-use tool for librarians, teachers and others seeking to promote international understanding through children's literature.

In 1936, the Baseball Hall of Fame was established to honor the legends of the sport.

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A timeless classic.

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The French Revolution rocketed from Paris and made its influence felt throughout the world.

Originating in India, the Gypsies arrived in Europe around the 14th century, spreading not only across the entirety of the continent but also immigrating to the Americas.

Once part of the Kalmar Union-along with Denmark and Norway-the Kingdom of Sweden broke free in order to govern itself in the early 1500s, and for more than a century afterwards it was a force to be reckoned with.

Spanish cinema is emerging as one of the most exciting, fascinating, and special cinemas in the world.

Nearly all religious traditions have reserved a special place for sacred music.

Denmark is the oldest monarchy in Europe.

Diversity has always been at the heart of Bosnia and Herzegovina's character; even its dual name and physical geography display a particular heterogeneity.

Each year as high school solo and ensemble festivals approach, choir directors and voice teachers search for the right songs for their students to sing.

The beginning bass singer, with his range and tessitura at the bottom end of the scale of voices, has unique difficulties finding suitable vocal music, which is often very frustrating for him and his teacher.

In the last several decades, the number of films featuring female protagonists has increased significantly.

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This third edition is a basic textbook on the development of pipe organ composition in geographically diverse schools.

Due to the distinctive nature of music as a separate "e;language"e; that non-musicians are often unable to read or understand, the cataloging and classification of music materials frequently present special challenges.

Moving an archive, historical society, or rare book library may occur only once in the career of a professional curator, archivist or librarian.

During the 1800s, the United States progressed at a remarkable rate.

The authors of this book consult fifteen thinkers, from various fields, who have a profound understanding of the important role that education plays in our world.

One of the smallest countries in Europe, Norway has created for itself a position in the world community, which is completely out of proportion to the size of its population.

With a history of over three and a half millennia, and over 800 million adherents, Hinduism is one of the world's largest and most diverse religious traditions.

The Metropolitan Opera on Record: A Discography of the Commercial Recordings is a comprehensive listing of all the commercial sound recordings involving the Chorus and Orchestra of the Metropolitan Opera, one of the worlds leading musical organizations.

This is the first complete survey of the historical pitch standards used by musicians during the last four centuries.

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In the heart of Corfu, away from the tourist beaches, old traditions of living and eating still flourish.

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There were fifteen important prophets in Israel, whose lives covered nearly four centuries, beginning about 750 B.

Life as Creation: A Jewish Way of Thinking about the World is a collection of aphorisms centered around the biblical concept of creation.

Through conversation, journal entries, and actual e-mail dialogue, Judaism Online: Confronting Spirituality on the Internet tells the true story of one woman's remarkable spiritual journey.

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Richard Alderman, "e;The People's Lawyer,"e; cuts through the jargon of the "e;legalese"e; and helps you protect yourself, your family, and your property.

The 42,000 acres that comprise Acadia National Park include glacier-worn granite mountains, rocky cliffs, crystal blue ponds and lakes, and a dramatic coastline where waves collide spectacularly with dramatic headlands.

Managing Electrical Safety provides an overview of electric basics, hazards, and established standards that enables you to understand the hazards you are likely to encounter in your workplace.

The Hmong (pronounced "e;mong"e; in English) are a mountain-dwelling subgroup of the Miao of southwest China.

The term Polynesia refers to a cultural and geographical area in the Pacific Ocean, bound by what is commonly referred to as the Polynesian Triangle, which consists of Hawai'i in the north, New Zealand in the southwest, and Easter Island in the southeast.