More than 1,000 new and revised articles and 4,000 expert contributors!
Along with the 32-Volume
Encyclopædia Britannica, you'll get:
- Britannica Book of the Year (A Review of 2009)
- 2010 Britannica Ultimate Reference DVD with a FREE 1-year trial subscription to Encyclopædia Britannica Online
- Great Books of the Western World (60-Volume Literary Set)
- 1768 Encyclopædia Britannica Replica Set—The very first Encyclopædia Britannica
- Britannica World Atlas
- Britannica Concise Encyclopedia
- Webster's Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged
For the most comprehensive encyclopedia, look no further. The Encyclopædia Britannica combines today's current topics with 240 years of expertise and delivers more depth, breadth, and information than other encyclopedias. Readers can access quick facts or immerse themselves in detailed articles on almost any subject imaginable while enjoying vivid and beautiful images on many subjects such as art, geography, science, sports, and much more. With more than 4,000 contributors and 65,000 articles, the Encyclopædia Britannica is unsurpassed. Plus, with your purchase you are automatically enrolled in the Yearbook Privileges Program*.
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Copyright: 2010
- Volumes: 32 Volumes
- Articles: Over 65,000 Articles
- Copyright: 2010
Yearbook Privileges Program
Protect your investment and keep your set up-to-date for years to come! As an Encyclopædia Britannica encyclopedia set purchaser, you're automatically enrolled in Britannica's Yearbook Privileges Program. Every year members receive advance notification of Britannica's newest yearbook. Written by the renowned experts at Encyclopædia Britannica, the Britannica Book of the Year annual provides comprehensive coverage of the significant and memorable people, places, and events of the previous year. When your personal copy arrives, you'll have 15 days to preview it. If you're not absolutely delighted, simply return it within 15 days at our expense and you'll owe nothing. The choice is always yours, and there is never any obligation to buy. You may suspend your enrollment in the Yearbook Privileges Program at any time by contacting our customer service staff or by completing the online suspension form.
The Most Content Available
32 volumes are packed with 44 million words covering the breadth of human knowledge.
Detailed Graphic Elements
Carefully researched and meticulously created drawings, tables, and graphs complement the in-depth articles.
More Than 23,000 Fascinating Biographies
New biographies of major world leaders include U.S. President Barack Obama, Pope Benedict XVI, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, and Nigerian President Umaru Yar'Adua.
New Coverage
Extensive revisions and new articles cover the latest on all school subjects, such as blog, the Chemical Weapons Convention, extrasolar planets, the human genome, the Harlem Renaissance, Native Americans, Plato, skateboarding, and Virginia Woolf. Updated geographical information about the Balkins, Canada, Central America, Georgia, India, Iraq, Lebanon, Nepal, Paraguay, Russia, Turkey, the United States, and other countries and regions is also included.
Unmatched Accuracy
Written by Nobel laureates, historians, curators, professors, and other notable experts, the Encyclopædia Britannica is a trusted resource with a balanced and global perspective.
Additional Items:
Great Books of the Western World
From the ancient classics to recent masterpieces, the Great Books of the Western World is the ultimate introduction to the ideas, stories, and discoveries that have shaped modern civilization. Authoritative and accurate, this collection represents the essential core of the Western literary canon, compiling 517 of the most significant achievements in literature, history, philosophy, and science.
1768 Encyclopædia Britannica Replica Set
California is "a large country of the West Indies. It is uncertain whether it be a peninsula or an island." Nearly a quarter-millennium after the first edition of Encyclopædia Britannica, what was known then, and what was not, will fascinate, intrigue, surprise, and entertain for hours on end. A must-have for collectors of history, the set lends an unmistakable air of prestige to any home or office.
Britannica World Atlas
Explore the countries and regions of the world with this complete, all-in-one resource. The Britannica World Atlas contains comprehensive content that ranges from amazing satellite images of every continent to detailed plans of the world's greatest cities. Balanced coverage of all regions of the world, authoritative information, and colorful maps enrich the learning experience.
Britannica Concise Encyclopedia
From the editors of the Encyclopædia Britannica comes the thoroughly revised and expanded edition of Britannica's most popular publication worldwide. Comprehensive and engaging, the Britannica Concise Encyclopedia contains 28,000 articles accompanied by colorful photographs, diagrams, maps, and flags. This accessible one-volume encyclopedia provides ready answers to everyday questions.
Webster's Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged
Compiled with the utmost accuracy and integrity, Webster's Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged, contains nearly half a million entries, 3,000 illustrations, and 140,000 etymologies. Drawing on a wealth of editorial resources unique in the publishing industry, including the largest citation collection in the world this dictionary is the largest and most comprehensive dictionary of American English.
Britannica Book of the Year (A Review of 2009)
The Britannica Book of the Year provides a valuable viewpoint on the people and events that shaped the year. In addition to keeping the Encyclopædia Britanica updated, it serves as a great reference source for the latest news on the ever-changing populations, governments, and economics throughout the world. It is an accurate and comprehensive reference that you will reach for again and again.
2010 Britannica Ultimate Reference DVD
The Encyclopædia Britannica Ultimate Reference DVD provides an interactive learning resource that is suitable for the whole family. Three age-specific databases for ages 6 to adult provide a world of knowledge, and dictionaries, videos, classics, atlases, and other resources combine to deliver answers—fast. Research tools that help users stay organized and useful homework tools are also included. Britannica's best-selling software truely is the all-in-one research companion for students and adults. You software also includes a one-year trial subscription to Encyclopædia Britannica Online