Contains some information regarding archaeology, linguistics and biology. Has cross- references and a general bibliography at the end. Entries include extensive bibliographies. Volume 2 contains a name and subject index. Alphabetically arranged encyclopedia on terms, subjects and individuals in anthropology.
Entries contain further readings and some are cross-referenced.
Encyclopedia of World Cultures . Deals with identified cultures in the world. Described cultures contain basic information such as location, demography and linguistic tradition. Entries contain bibliographies. Each volume contains a glossary of terms, a filmography, and an Ethnonym index.