Provides a wide range of scientific, historical and cultural
information about the animal world. Covers careers in the animal
sciences in addition to biological concepts, the history of
zoology, biographies of scientists, and ethical issues such as
the practice of animal experimentation. Includes illustrations,
sidebars, charts, a glossary, bibliographies, filmographies and
the addresses of institutions devoted to the protection and
study of wild and domesticated animals. Profiles of significant
contributors to business and industry, past and present, written
especially for high school students. The Colonial America
Reference Library provides students with the comprehensive
information on the Colonial American period they need to write
reports and class assignments including biographical profiles
and primary source documents. Provides biographical and critical
coverage of primarily U.S. designers, milliners, footwear
designers, fashion companies and textile houses. Entries include
a biographical summary; prim