encyclopedias

A comprehensive A to Z guide to the identities of over 1000 gods and goddesses, fairies, demons, and ghosts, the role of spirit communication throughout history, and how to recognize spirits when they manifest themselves.

"An encyclopedia that contains a selection of some of the most important, interesting, influential, or simply bizarre beliefs held by people from pole to pole"--.

"For film buffs and literature lovers alike, this is an essential guide to 52 great reads, and the cinema classics they inspired"--.

"Explore the lives of America's 45 presidents, as well as notable first ladies, famous speeches, and major constitutional events ..."--Amazon.com.

Presents information on approximately four hundred living and extinct Native American tribes, grouped by linguistic family, covering kinships, locations, populations, and cultural characteristics, and includes maps and color and archival photos.

Comprehensive guide to the characters of Earth's mightiest Super Hero team, including more than 200 heroes and villains. It is packed with detailed information on each character's history, stats, abilities, and power ranks, and has been updated to cover new events in the Avengers' world. -- adapted from back cover.

Contains encyclopedic entries about the Reconstruction period following the Civil War in United States history.

"The Encyclopedia of Black Comics, focuses on people of African descent who have published significant works in the United States or have worked across various aspects of the comics industry. The book focuses on creators in the field of comics: inkers, illustrators, artists, writers, editors, Black comic historians, Black comic convention creators, website creators, archivists and academics--as well as individuals who may not fit into any category but have made notable achievements within and/or across Black comic culture"--Provided by publisher.

An encyclopedia of emotions, both broad and specific, from throughout history and around the world.

A reference guide to the etiquette and taboos around the world.