Irons-Georges, Tracy

Contains articles that provide information about 237 historical sites in America, including historic towns and districts, monuments to events and people, and the birthplaces and homes of notable individuals in politics, the military, science, education, and the arts. Arranged alphabetically by state, with photographs, and addresses.

Contains entries that provide scientific information about animals, focusing on animals in nature; covering anatomy, behavior, classification, ecology, evolution, fields of study, geography and habitats, physiology, reproduction and development, and scientific methods. Arranged alphabetically from aardvarks to endoskeletons.

Profiles major sites important to the study of U.S. history detailing the events, their significance, and what to expect when visiting the site today.

Contains 123 essays that provide information about the major diseases and disorders of the human body, arranged alphabetically from abdominal disorders through epilepsy; and includes an alphabetical list of contents, and listings of entries by medical specialization and by system affected.

Presents 251 alphabetized, cross-referenced overview essays on topics in public health including environmental, occupational, and epidemic diseases; ethical debates; the financial and sociological impact of particular diseases; and other related health issues. Each entry includes a selected bibliography.