A. General Sources 1. Dictionary of American History . A multi-volume encyclopedia with concise articles dealing with the political, economic, social, industrial, and cultural aspects of American history. Encyclopedia of American History . Brief, factual, current information on events and trends in American history.
Arrangement is chronological under broad topics.
Includes biographical information on 450 influential Americans. Companion to American Thought . An encyclopedic treatment of American intellectual history. Covers the major concepts and thinkers in traditional thought, as well as important contemporary issues. Entries include suggestions for further reading.