Library of Congress
Loc: Performing Arts Encyclopedia
This performing arts encyclopedia guides readers through the collections and exhibitions maintained by the Library of Congress.
Other
Encyberpedia: The Living Encyclopedia
An exhaustive list of links to dictionaries, encyclopedias, glossaries, languages and thesaurus on the web. L.9-10.4c References, L.9-10.4d Verify meaning, L.11-12.4c References
Library of Economics and Liberty
Concise Encyclopedia of Economics: Public Goods
This article describes the relationship between externalities, private and public goods, and government intervention.
Other
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Scientific Progress
An article which attempts to explain how science has influenced society. Traces the history of scientific progress and how this has influenced societal behavior.
Oklahoma State University
Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture: All Black Towns
Read about the all-black towns that were settled in Oklahoma Territory and Indian Territory in the mid-19th century.
Oklahoma State University
Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture: Oklahoma Territory
A description of the Oklahoma Territory and its rapid growth in the late 19th century.
Library of Economics and Liberty
Concise Encyclopedia of Economics: Labor Unions
A brief history, structure, and description of the impact of labor unions in America.
Library of Economics and Liberty
The Concise Encyclopedia of Economics: Henry George
A good discussion of the economic theories of Henry George. He had definite ideas of how to tax property, and the value of free trade.
Library of Economics and Liberty
Concise Encyclopedia of Economics: Business Cycles
Definition, description, and examples of business cycles in the economy.
Library of Economics and Liberty
Concise Encyclopedia of Economics: Great Depression
For upper level classes and abilities only. A very scholarly explanation of the causes of the Great Depression and steps Franklin Roosevelt to end it. An excellent source due to its thorough analysis and detail.
Other
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Friedrich Nietzsche
This biographical essay reviews Friedrich Nietzsche's life and his philosophy, including the way it challenged the foundations of traditional morality and Christianity.
Library of Economics and Liberty
Concise Encyclopedia of Economics: Opportunity Cost
The definition and examples of "opportunity cost."
Library of Economics and Liberty
Concise Encyclopedia of Economics: Biography of Irving Fisher (1867 1947)
A brief biography of famous economist Irving Fisher (1867-1947), and his impact on economic thought.
Library of Economics and Liberty
The Concise Encyclopedia of Karl Marx(1818 1883 )
This is a synopsis of Karl Marx and communism which focuses on the background and on economics.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Charles Burnett
This entry features Charles Burnett, an American filmmaker who gained critical acclaim for his realistic and intimate portrayals of African American families. Burnett's films were revered by critics yet rarely enjoyed any commercial...
Library of Congress
Loc: Prosperity and Thrift: Mc Nary Haugen Farm Legislation
As part of the encyclopedia in the extensive site, Properity and Thrift, the definition of the McNary-Haugen bills explains why they were proposed as a way to assist the farmers and try to solve the surplus and declining prices.
Oklahoma State University
Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture: Farm Security Administration
An overview of the ambitious goals of the Farm Security Administration as part of the New Deal. Find out the many ways the FSA wanted to help farmers help themselves. Because this article is from the Oklahoma Historical Society, special...
US National Library of Medicine
Medline Plus: Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac
This encyclopedia article explores what an allergy to poison ivy, oak and sumac is. Content address precautions, symptoms, and first aid. Pictures are also provided.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: The Most Blessed Trinity
This site answers some questions about the trinity. In doing so, it explains the Trinity in whole. It is a Catholic web site, but can be used for most Christian religions also. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic...
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Pope John Paul Ii: Ordinatio Sacerdotalis
This is the Pope's declaration that only men can be ordained in the Roman Catholic Church as priests. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material...
US National Library of Medicine
Medline Plus: Kidney Transplant
A description of kidney transplants are provided in this encyclopedia article. Risk factors and expectations after surgery are discussed. Diagrams of the kidney are also provided.
US National Library of Medicine
Medline Plus: Dehydration
This encyclopedia article on dehydration is organized into several sections, including: "Definition," "Causes, incidence, and risk factors," "Symptoms," and "Treatment."
Ohio State University
Ohio State University: Mla Citation Guide [Pdf]
This 10-page resource explains what a bibliography is and gives examples of MLA style in regards to citing, both in the bibliography and in-text, for works such as books, anthologies, encyclopedia articles, journals, magazines,...
US National Library of Medicine
Medline Plus: Vitamin A
This encyclopedia article is organized into the following sections: Illustrations, Alternative Names, Definition, Function, Food Sources, Side Effects, and Recommendations. Click the thumbnails in Illustrations to pull up two charts, one...