Table of Contents

Preface; How to Use this Encyclopedia; A–Z section; Ready reference section.

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Over 20,000 entries: the essential details about a wide range of subjects and people.

Reviews

'Thousands of enlightenments … rolls up its sleeves and gets down to business …' Time Magazine

'The entries are succinct, the range formidable, and the illustrations are on the technological heights.' The Independent

'Editor Crystal brings impressive credentials to the encyclopedia … Scientific and technical subjects receive considerable attention … a substantial Ready Reference section provides much compact information in tabular form on a wide range of subjects, including space exploration, the earth, major religious festivals, the nations of the world, political leaders of various countries, weights and measures, names and titles, awards, and sports.' Kister's Best Encyclopedias (USA)

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' … a massive production and very thorough … the work is to be praised as a triumph of publishing technology as well as for sheer intelligence and rigour of co-operation between Crystal and his associates.' Anthony Burgess