TY - BOOK AU - Finkelman,Paul TI - Encyclopedia of the United States in the nineteenth century SN - 0684805006 (set : hardcover : alk. paper) PY - 2001/// CY - New York PB - Charles Scribner's Sons KW - United States KW - Civilization KW - 19th century KW - Encyclopedias N1 - Maps on lining papers; Includes bibliographical references and index; Vol. 1. (2001 ; xi, 556 pages); Abolition and antislavery-government; Vol. 2. (2001 ; 583 pages); Grand tour-presidency; Vol. 3. (2001 ; 566 pages); Printing technology-zoos N2 - "The 19th century was arguably the most important in the nation's history, making the publication of this first-rate encyclopedia a significant event. Students using this 600-entry work, which is conveniently keyed to the National Standards for United States History, will find the entries easy to follow and enjoyable to read. It is an essential purchase for all public and academic libraries."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2002 ER -