At over 2,000 pages, this volume provides a good introduction to computer hardware, software, systems, information and data, mathematics of computing, theory of computation, methodologies, applications, and the history of computing.

"A scholarly survey of the literature on precursors of modern film projection. Cites more than 1,000 books, scientific monographs, journal articles, manuscripts, etc., arranged by date from the 14th century to 1986. Covers camera obscura, magic lanterns, stereoscopic projection, and other forms of optical entertainment. Detailed bibliographic data for each item, with exceptionally full critical abstracts for most. Name and subject indexes." (Balay, Guide to reference books, 11th ed, 1996)

"If readers can get past the somewhat inaccurate title (there are many non-British listings in this work), they will have a hard time ever putting it down. There are over 3,000 entries covering characters in fiction, real-life people, professions, character names, abstract subjects, film and program titles, and much more in the realm of English-language cinema, television, and radio (primarily from Britain, but also from the United States and Australia). There are numerous cross-references, which will keep the reader thumbing though, looking up favorite TV shows, movies, actors, and situations for hours at a time. The author himself justly proclaims in the preface: "But, for now, rejoice! This is homosexuality run amok through Britain's lounges, parlours and dining-rooms." Strongly recommended for large academic and public libraries." (Library Journal, 4/1/94, Vol. 119 Issue 6, p90)

"Containing information on more than 3000 films, this encyclopedia will become a classic source of information on legitimate (i.e., nonpornographic) gay and lesbian film and video. Listing films from around the world throughout the medium's history, the book documents efforts by individuals who either openly or discreetly produced films with gay or lesbian themes or portrayed gay or lesbian characters, as well as gays and lesbians who portrayed straight characters. For each personality a brief biography is given, usually a photo, and a list of films associated with the individual. There are separate sections for directors, independent filmmakers, actors/actresses, gay icons, writers, artists, dancers, and composers. There are also listings and descriptions of films within the categories "queer" (of interest to gays, lesbians, and bisexuals), "lesbian," "gay," and "transgender" as well as a section on films with camp attraction or content. The film summaries and subject introductions are extremely well written, the book as a whole is well organized and indexed, and the wealth of information is accurate and up to date. For the film and video (all entries note whether the film has been released on video) collector (including AV librarians), this will be an important source of information; for the curious, it will be an eye-opener. Appropriate for all libraries and all readers." (Library Journal, 3/15/95, Vol. 120 Issue 5, p61)

"Includes straight people popular in gay culture. Murray's emphasis is on American and English films, although he does have selective coverage of European and Asian cinema. Films included in the book must be at least 60 minutes in length and have "a gay theme that is relatively evident." [...] Murray includes both Hollywood and underground films in his book." (Booklist, 3/1/94, Vol. 90 Issue 13, p1290)

"Lowe's appealing work profiles the careers of nearly 300 women active in silent film, mostly as performers. Entries have biographical information, film credits, and, often, a still of the biographee. A few subject entries dot the text, some on unusual topics--e.g., "suffrage films." The work's unique scope--women from any aspect of the early history of the film industry--fills a vacancy in the literature at a time when interest in silent film is growing. For deeper coverage of about 50 early figures, readers may want to consult Ally Acker's Reel Women: Pioneers of the Cinema 1896 to the Present (1991). The appendixes of Lowe's work often provide arcane information difficult to find elsewhere: which silent film actress had the longest careers, which were WAMPA (Western Associated Motion Picture Advertisers) baby stars and sisters, which are memorialized on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and at Grauman's Chinese Theatre, and which covered in the main text functioned behind the scenes in the film industry. Strengths of this title include its breadth and extent of coverage, illustrations, readable style, and unique information." (Choice, June 2005)

An 11 volume encyclopedia containing articles on a very wide range of materials research and related areas, including polymers, semi and superconducting materials, liquid crystals and thin films. Articles are arranged alphabetically include bibliographies to help you find further papers in that subject area.

In addition to electrical and electronics engineering applications, this encyclopedia features important topics of interest to engineers, including: education; historical background of fields in electrical and electronics engineering; patents; technology and society; and computer and software engineering.

This encyclopedia features over 450 lengthy entries covering a wide variety of relevant topics, from cloning to cybernetics, from ethics in health care management to stem cell research and therapy. Entries include bibliographies and see also references.

This reference work details the science and technology in all areas of industrial chemistry including: inorganic and organic chemicals, advanced materials, pharmaceuticals, polymers and plastics, metals and alloys, biotechnology and biotechnological products, food chemistry, environmental protection, etc.

This encyclopedia presents "facts on the properties, manufacturing, and uses of chemicals and materials, processes, and engineering principles, coupled with insights into current research, emerging technologies and economic aspects. Environmental and health concerns are also addressed."

Focusing on the demography of the larger countries in the world, this reference book provides useful overviews of current thinking in demography. Includes bibliographies.

A mammoth, 26 volume Encyclopedia covering the Social & Behavioral Sciences, broadly conceived. Articles are signed with bibliographies.

Relatively short articles in the fields of population studies, broadly defined, by leaders in the field.

A mammoth, 26 volume Encyclopedia covering the Social & Behavioral Sciences, broadly conceived. Articles are signed with bibliographies.

An online source for Economic History.

The most ambitious work of its kind contains extensive signed articles arranged alphabetically.

Visually attractive volume arranged by subject areas, each of which serves as an excellent introduction. The work aims to cover as many topics as possible. There are bibliographies of works in English, plus useful maps and tables. There is an earlier edition in the Van Pelt stacks.

This encyclopedia contains 1,500 signed articles with cross-references and bibliographies. Includes biographies of notable figures. Many dimensions of psychology are covered. An excellent place to start your research.

Coverage of psychology in this online encyclopedia spans disorders, concepts, people, and more. Entries are also signed with bibliographies and suggestions for further reading.

This encyclopedia includes approximately 1,000 entries. The articles are detailed and extensive. Plenty of examples are included. Entries include bibliographies to help you get started with more information.

This ten volume encyclopedia covers lingusitic topics, academic areas, languages, countries, and people. Short bibliographies--great for further reading--are included with entries.

A good source for dates, brief biographies, and discographies for popular-music artists.

The second edition of the first multivolume interdisciplinary and international sociology encyclopedia. Medium-length articles with extensive bibliographies. Lacks biographical entries; instead, subject index identifies individuals.

An encyclopedia detailing the African and African American experience througout the world.

Encyclopedia of selected pivotal ideas and concepts in world history. The frequently extensive entries are authored by important scholars and often include bibliographies and images.

The encyclopedia is an excellent source for finding overviews of topics in the field of Social Work and Social Welfare. Written by experts in the field the essays include the history of the concept, policy and specific legislation if appropriate.

Covers a broad range of educational issues, as well as notable organizations and educators.

Arranged by country name, essays cover aspects of the educational systems of other nations.

This encyclopedia provides basic information about the history, language, and culture of Asian Americans's diverse countries of origin.

A set of six volumes arranged by geographical region that present current data on the broad range of women's issues and interests within that geographical region. Within each volume, articles are organized by individual countries.

Information about women from all fields and disciplines of study, with an emphasis on American issues. Articles are written in nonspecialist language.

One of the world's most comprehensive reference encyclopedias with good entries on a wide variety of historical periods, events, movements and figures.  Entries frequently include bibliographies and images.

Authoritative entries on both philosophical topics and the lives and works of major philosophers.

The most useful English language encyclopedia for German literature. It covers authors, literary movements, genres, etc.

Much more comprehesive German language literary encyclopedia in 15 volumes with nice illustrations.