Encyclopedia of the United States in the nineteenth century
By: Paul Finkelman, editor in chief.
Contributors: Finkelman, Paul, 1949-
Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons
Published: 2001
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Subjects: United States -- Civilization -- 19th century -- Encyclopedias
Genres: Encyclopedias.
Description: "The 19th century was arguably the most important in the nation's history, making the publication of this first-rate encyclopedia a significant event. Students using this 600-entry work, which is conveniently keyed to the National Standards for United States History, will find the entries easy to follow and enjoyable to read. It is an essential purchase for all public and academic libraries."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2002.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Maps on lining papers.
Table of contents: title: v. 1. Abolition and antislavery-government; title: v. 2. Grand tour-presidency; title: v. 3. Printing technology-zoos.