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glbtq: An Encyclopedia of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer Culture
Encyclopedia of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer Culture" onclick="window.open('/cs/blank/create/friend?x-layout=blank&table=item&record=3152&title=glbtq: An Encyclopedia of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer Culture', 'NewWindow','toolbar=no,location=no,directories=no,status=no,menubar=no,scrollbars=yes,resizable=yes,copyhistory=yes,width=600,height=575');return false" title="email item">
An encyclopedia that focuses on gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer culture as it relates to the arts, literature, and social science. Individual entries include bibliographies, citation information, and links to related topics. Also includes discussion groups, an email newsletter, and sections for featured topics.
http://www.glbtq.com/
Topics: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Jan 27, 2007
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Encyclopedia: Yahoo Reference
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"The Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia contains almost 52,000 entries (marshalling six and one-half million words on a vast range of topics), with more than 84,000 hypertext cross-references. Columbia Encyclopedia is among the most complete and up-to-date electronic encyclopedias ever produced." LII Record of the Month for November, 2001.
http://education.yahoo.com/reference/encyclopedia/
Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Dec 22, 2004
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Encyclopedia Mythica
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"An online encyclopedia on mythology, folklore, and legends." Entries cover "gods and goddesses, heroes, legendary creatures and beings from all over the world" and many include illustrations, pronunciation keys, and genealogical information. Features annotated links to related resources.
http://www.pantheon.org/mythica.html
Topics: Dragons, Dreams, & Daring Deeds, Literature & Books, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Religion
Last updated Jul 29, 2005
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Encyclopedia.com
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Search or browse for free more than 50,000 articles from the Columbia Encyclopedia , Sixth Edition, 2001. Links to related Internet sites, search forms, and (for fee) full-text articles provided by the Electric Library.
http://www.encyclopedia.com/
Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated May 21, 2002
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L'Enclopédie Canadienne/The Canadian Encyclopedia
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"The site contains the complete text of the acclaimed Canadian Encyclopedia in English and French, the text of the Junior Encyclopedia of Canada (in English only), numerous interactivities, feature articles, games, the Canucklehead Quiz, and an extensive timeline of Canadian and world events. The entire text can be searched via the simple search or advanced search and the user can switch languages at any time." Also browsable through the subject index.
http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/
Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Jan 5, 2005
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A Shi'ite Encyclopedia
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"Collection of information which addresses Shia/Sunni inter-school related issues." Most of the articles are original contributions, with some excerpts from the Shi'i/Sunni books; the encyclopedia is Sunni oriented, however both Shia and Sunni perspectives are presented. The latest edition is dated January 2001. The encyclopedia also contains a list of Islamic scientists, a list of Islamic books, and links to other Islamic resources. Searchable.
http://www.al-islam.org/encyclopedia/
Topics: Faiths, September 11 & Beyond
Last updated Apr 6, 2004
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Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
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Philosophy professors at Stanford University are developing this encyclopedia, featuring hundreds of articles. The section called "What's New" features the latest entries. Searchable and browsable.
http://plato.stanford.edu/contents.html
Topics: Philosophy, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Jun 11, 2005
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Eric Weisstein's World of Science
Includes extensive encyclopedias of astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, physics, and scientific biography. Entries include definitions, diagrams, formulas, cross-references, and related resources. Searchable, and browsable alphabetically or by topic. Also has a "random entry" feature. The author is a scientist with advanced degrees in physics and planetary science.
http://scienceworld.wolfram.com/
Topics: Notable People, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Science, Science
Last updated Jun 24, 2003
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Home Improvement Encyclopedia
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Step-by-step guides to home repair, maintenance, and installation. Covers indoor and outdoor improvements, including patios and masonry, wiring, fences, flooring, and lighting, with instructions on selecting and using tools. Searchable. From Better Homes and Gardens.
http://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/
Topics: Home & Housing, Home & Housing, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Aug 19, 2008
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The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
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Hundreds of articles featuring "detailed, scholarly information on key topics and philosophers in all areas of philosophy." Maintained by two philosophy professors and a team of volunteer specialists. Not searchable.
http://www.iep.utm.edu/
Topics: Philosophy, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Dec 9, 2005
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Internet Orchid Photo Encyclopedia
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This colorful encyclopedia features over 3000 species in over 400 genera found in their native habitat. Arranged alphabetically by genus and searchable by keyword, it also provides the common name, photograph, and description. A chart of symbols is used to designate climate, temperature and light requirements, fragrance, and growing tips. Glossary, bibliography, and links to other orchid resources are provided.
http://www.orchidspecies.com/
Topics: Plants by Name, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Feb 20, 2003
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Columbia Encyclopedia
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This is the sixth edition, 2001, of this well-known one-volume desk encyclopedia. This online version is searchable as well as browsable. Contains brief entries with keywords hyperlinked to related entries. From Bartleby.com.
http://www.bartleby.com/65/
Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated May 21, 2002
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Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia
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A free-content encyclopedia that is being written collaboratively by contributors from all around the world. The site is a wiki, "meaning that anyone with access to a ... computer can edit, correct, or improve information." Without editorial oversight, the quality of the content on this site varies dramatically, but it is worth exploring. The English version has hundreds of thousands of entries. Spanish, French, and Esperanto are among the several other languages offered.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page
Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Apr 20, 2006
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The Ecole Initiative: Creating a Hypertext Encyclopedia of Early Church History on the World-Wide Web
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"The Early Church On-Line Encyclopedia (Ecole) Initiative is a cooperative effort on the part of scholars across the Internet to establish a hypertext encyclopedia of early Church history (to the Reformation) on the World-Wide Web." Browse by the five main sections-- Documents, Glossary, Articles, Images, and Chronology--or by alphabetical index. Despite many broken links, this is a valuable tool.
http://infotree.library.ohiou.edu/single-records/2959.html
Topics: Christianity
Last updated Jan 14, 2006
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JewishEncyclopedia.com
This site "contains the complete [unedited] contents of the 12-volume Jewish Encyclopedia, which was originally published between 1901-1906." It has over 15,000 articles and illustrations and covers Jewish history, law, theology, philosophy, literature, biography, and traditions. Searchable and browsable.
http://www.jewishencyclopedia.com/index.jsp
Topics: Judaism, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Jun 2, 2005
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World Book
This online, fee-based, encyclopedia offers some good, free information. Children can come here for background on selected current news and events. Monthly features include: biographies of famous people born during the month, important dates, and a quiz. The Parent and Teacher Resource Centers includes suggestions for helping children with their studies, along with outside links to study aids, and lesson plans for teachers. Check the Parents section for the Typical Course of Study commonly used or recommended for kindergarten through grade 12. Use the site map to find everything available.
http://www.worldbook.com/
Topics: K-12 Education, Lesson Plans, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Oct 24, 2005
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Heresy
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Definition of heresy (including distinctions from apostasy and schism), as well as the history of various heresies and the responses of the Catholic Church. Transcribed from an entry of the Catholic Encyclopedia. Generously linked to other Catholic Encyclopedia entries.
http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07256b.htm
Topics: Christianity
Last updated Oct 27, 2004
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Encyclopedia of Cleveland History
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This resource covers the history of business, industry, government, social agencies, events, and general topics in and around Cleveland, Ohio. Also includes over 1,600 original biographical articles representing a broad spectrum of Clevelanders. Maps, charts, tables, photographs, and other illustrations accompany the articles. Jointly sponsored by Case Western Reserve University and the Western Reserve Historical Society.
http://ech.case.edu/
Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated Jan 11, 2007
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TechEncyclopedia
Contains over 20,000 definitions of computer terms and concepts. A good reference for authoritative computer and Internet technology definitions. Note: some intrusive advertising, and may not display correctly in all browsers.
http://www.techweb.com/encyclopedia/
Topics: Computers, Dictionaries, Internet
Last updated Apr 25, 2007
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EncycloZine
The author calls this eclectic site a "Concise Illustrated Encyclopedia, and a Compendium of Diversions." Topics addressed include puzzles, optical illusions, Hubble telescopes, photos, fractals, Java examples, encyclographs, economics, Web design, computers, the Internet, and much more.
http://encyclozine.com/
Topics: Astronomy, Dragons, Dreams, & Daring Deeds, Economics, Internet Guides & Search Tools, Mysteries and More, Ready Reference & Quick Facts
Last updated May 21, 2002
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