Title: The New York Times guide to essential knowledge : a desk reference for the curious mind.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press,
Year: 2011
Subjects: Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Abstract: Presents information on nearly fifty major categories such as architecture, biology, business, history, medicine, sports, and film; a biographical dictionary; a list of the wonders of the world; and a writer's guide to grammar.
Contents: The fine arts -- The performing arts -- Science and technology -- Social sciences -- Philosophy, religion, and mythology -- Economics and business -- Media -- Sports -- Food.