Encyclopedia of Contemporary American Culture

Robert Gregg editor Gary W McDonogh editor Cindy H Wong editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

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As a meeting point for world cultures, the USA is characterized by its breadth and diversity. Acknowledging that diversity is the fundamental feature of American culture, this volume is organized around a keen awareness of race, gender, class and space and with over 1,200 alphabetically-arranged entries - spanning 'the American century' from the end of World War II to the present day - the Encyclopedia provides a one-stop source for insightful and stimulating coverage of all aspects of that culture.
Entries range from short definitions to longer overview essays and with full cross-referencing, extensive indexing, and a thematic contents list, this volume provides an essential cultural context for both teachers and students of American studies, as well as providing fascinating insights into American culture for the general reader. The suggestions for further reading, which follows most entries, are also invaluable guides to more specialized sources.

'This particular volume is both readable and academically respectable and truly comprehensive in its coverage. It is especially recommended for further and higher education libraries with a responsibility for American Studies courses.' - Reference Reviews


"An outstanding reference work... The range is breathtaking... Should be part of the reference collection of every library." - Choice

ISBN: 9780415161619

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1655g

876 pages