ENCYCLOPEDIA OF HEAVY METAL MUSIC
It has been reviled, dismissed, attacked, and occasionally been the subject of Congressional hearings, but still, the genre of music known as heavy metal maintains not only its market share in the recording and downloading industry, but also as a cultural force that has united millions of young and old fans across the globe. Characterized by blaring distorted guitars, drum solos, and dramatic vibrato, the heavy metal movement headbanged its way to the popular culture landscape with bands like Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath the 1970s. Motley Crue and Metallica made metal a music phenomenon in the 1980s. Heavy metal continues to evolve today with bands like Mastodon and Lamb of God.
Providing an extensive overview of the music, fashion, films, and philosophies behind the movement, this inclusive encyclopedia chronicles the history and development of heavy metal, including sub-movements such as death metal, speed metal, grindcore, and hair metal.
Essential and highly entertaining reading for high school and undergraduate courses in popular music studies, communications, media studies, and cultural studies, the Encyclopedia of Heavy Metal Music and Culture offers a guide to the ultimate underground music, exploring its rich cultural diversity, resilience, and adaptability. Entries for musicians include a discography for those wanting to start or develop their music collections.
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HIGH TIMES ENCYCLOPEDIA OF RECREATIONAL DRUGS
Did you know that Pope Leo XIII, was supported in his ascetic retirement with frequent dosages of Vin Mariani, the celebrated wine of coca? And that other noted enthusiasts included Thomas Edison, Emile Zola and Jules Verne? However brilliant and celebrated were these individuals (and others), they had to conduct their interior exploration without guides and, usually, with scan reliable information.
Now, for the first time, the modern explorer (or interested observer) has a book to turn to! The ‘High Times Encyclopedia’ is the first comprehensive, authoritative and unbiased sourcebook and guide to the so-called ‘recreational drugs’ including cannabis and its derivatives, psychedelics, cocaine, pharmaceuticals, herbs, alcohol, tobacco and a lot more!
More than three years in preparation by the editors of ‘High Times’ magazine working with leading doctors, scientists, scholars and writers, the ‘Encyclopedia’ is essential, fascinating, and factual.
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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL & ADDICTIVE BEHAVIOR (4 VOLUME SET)
The Encyclopedia Of Drugs, Alcohol, And Addictive Behavior, 3rd edition, updates and expands upon the award-winning second edition of this set, addressing social, medical, legal, and political issues related to substance use and addictive behavior. New essays report on contemporary socio-political topics such as the role of drugs and alcohol in the media, the prevalence of drugs in the international sports and fashion industries, the relationship between drug trafficking and terrorism, and the impact of the Internet on drug and alcohol use. The third edition also expands international coverage of historical and modern perspectives on drug, alcohol, and tobacco use in more than 30 countries and regions, including the Caribbean, the Middle East, and China. Many of the 545 topical entries are enhanced by statistical charts, graphs, tables, and photographs.Published by Macmillan Reference USA, this new edition was developed under the guidance of Editors Pamela Korsmeyer and Henry R. Kranzler. Pamela Korsmeyer has written about addiction, drug control, and federal policy, as well as on international development. Dr. Kranzler is a professor of psychiatry and program director of the General Clinical Research Center at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. He has authored or co-authored more than 300 journal articles, book chapters, and other publications.
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THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE VIETNAM WAR (4 VOLUME SET)
The Vietnam War lasted more than a decade, was the longest war in U.S. history, and cost the lives of nearly 60,000 American soldiers, as well as millions of Vietnamese—many of whom were uninvolved civilians. The lessons learned from this tragic conflict continue to have great relevance in today’s world.Now in its second edition, The Encyclopedia of the Vietnam War: A Political, Social, and Military History adds an entire additional volume of entries to the already exhaustive first edition, making it the most comprehensive reference available about one of the most controversial events in U.S. history. Written to provide multidimensional perspectives into the conflict, it covers not only the American experience in Vietnam, but also the entire scope of Vietnamese history, including the French experience and the Indochina War, as well as the origins of the conflict, how the United States became involved, and the extensive aftermath of this prolonged war. It also provides the most complete and accurate order of battle ever published, based upon data compiled from Vietnamese sources. This latest release delivers even more of what readers have come to expect from the editorship of Spencer C. Tucker and the military history experts at ABC-CLIO.
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THE NEW CHILDREN’S ENCYCLOPEDIA
The ultimate book of knowledge that every child needs! Ideal for little ones with lots of big questions about the world we live in.
What is photosynthesis? How do the muscles in our bodies work? How do meteorites and asteroids form? Open the pages of this illustrated encyclopedia and discover the answers to all your questions.
This fascinating kids encyclopedia has simple, easy-to-read text and lively, detailed illustrations, helping young readers build their knowledge on a wide range of topics. Explore giant galaxies, microscopic bacteria, human cells, ancient civilizations and more.
Full of fun facts and stats, this reference book for children is designed to be both fascinating and fun to use! It covers a vast scope of information, from the Earth’s plants and animals, to its people and discoveries. For easy navigation, this kids’ encyclopedia is arranged thematically with more than 9,000 indexed entries and 2,500 colorful illustrations.
Feed your child’s curiosity and help them shape their ideas about the world around them. Perfect for homeschooling with age-appropriate knowledge on a range of topics complementary to their school curriculum. This will help build their general knowledge and inspire them to want to know more.
A Must-Have Reference Book for Every Child’s Library
With almost 500,000 copies sold worldwide since 2009, this children’s encyclopedia is a book of wonder that will absorb children of all ages. It has now been fully updated in line with the latest knowledge and research.
It contains all the homework answers your kids will need, explained clearly and checked by experts. It’s the perfect gift for children who aren’t afraid to ask why.
You’ll learn everything you need to know about topics like:
• Space
• Earth
• The environment and ecology
• Living world
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Expand your knowledge and explore more books from this series that cover your child’s favorite subjects. Go on an intergalactic adventure in Space: A VIsual Encyclopedia, discover our blue planet like never before in Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia, and take a tour of the human body in Human Body: A Visual Encyclopedia.
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THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF WORLD HISTORY
The Encyclopedia of World History is a classic single-volume work detailing world history. The first through fifth editions were edited by William L. Langer.
The Sixth Edition contained over 20,000 entries and was overseen by Peter N. Stearns. It was made available online until removed in 2009.
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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF RELIGION
15 VOLUMES
The 1987 first edition, edited by renowned scholar Mircea Eliade (d.1986, formerly history of religion, U. of Chicago), is cited in Guide to Reference Books and in Books for College Libraries, 3d ed., which wrote, “it has quickly become the standard work”; the Wilson Library Bulletin noted that “With all its comprehensiveness and sophistication, it is still accessible to high school students doing reports on individual religions.” This second edition, edited by Lindsay Jones of Ohio State U., contains some 600 new entries and revision of many others. For each, the author’s name is given, along with the date the entry was written and revised. Many entries are divided into several articles, providing a thorough and expansive history of the topic with consideration of the state of research and discussion of the sources of theory and opinion. In all there are about 3,300 entries, each concluding with a bibliography (some annotated). All but the final volume contain an eight-page color section of images and accompanying text devoted to a particular theme. Volume 15 contains a synoptic outline of the contents and the index. This reference is a truly substantial achievement that will not disappoint students embarking on research or general readers seeking discussion of religious issues, places, traditions, and people. Annotation 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF AMERICAN HISTORY
11 VOLUMES
Facts On File is proud to announce the revision of its award-winning 11-volume Encyclopedia of American History, the landmark reference to American history from prehistoric times to the modern day. This extensive revision features more than 1,000 new and revised entries, as well as a thorough update of existing entries to reflect current research. In addition, a new insert of full-color maps has been added to each volume.
Continuing to offer unparalleled depth and breadth of coverage, Encyclopedia of American History, Revised Edition provides a balanced presentation of the political, social, economic, and cultural events that have shaped the land and the nation. Each volume editor is a distinguished scholar of American history who has drawn upon the expertise of scores of specialists in writing individual, signed entries of outstanding quality.
Meets National Standards for United States History
Ideal for students, teachers, and librarians, the first 10 expertly researched volumes in this authoritative set are arranged chronologically in accordance with the National Standards for United States History. The 11th volume contains the comprehensive set index.
Content That Is Clear and Easy to Understand
Written in accessible language to facilitate students’ understanding of each era, the easy-to-read text is enhanced by 750 photographs and 250 full-color and black-and-white maps. Detailed entries cover key events, movements, historical figures, trends, and political developments that define each particular era in American history. Addressing the need for historical literacy, the set is truly inclusive, casting a wide historical net across topics and eras and comprising many lesser-known but still influential figures and events.
Key Features That Enhance the Set’s Reference Value
Accessible text and more than 3,300 detailed, fully cross-referenced entries
Biographies of significant Americans in each era
A further reading section at the end of many of the signed entries
Approximately 1,000 illustrations, including full-color and black-and-white maps, photographs, cartoons, and advertisements, that visually document each era
Topical entries in each volume on related subjects such as art and architecture, business, economy, literature, and science and technology
A chronology and bibliography at the end of each volume
An appendix in each volume that contains excerpts of key documents of the era
Individual volume indexes
A comprehensive set index.
3500 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2002