| Description |
2 volumes : illustrations ; 29 cm. |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Series |
The Scribner American civilization series
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Scribner American civilization series.
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| Contents |
v. 1. Adapted-little -- v. 2. Magazines-zoos, index. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
"This set offers a fascinating look at how Americans spend their free time and entertain themselves. A total of 271 essays present chiefly historical perspectives in the fields of American and cultural studies, sociology, recreation, sports, and leisure studies. Entries cover all facets of American leisure with topics ranging from auctions and blood sports to shopping malls and theme parks. Articles range in length between two and six pages and include brief bibliographies."--"Reference that rocks," American Libraries, May 2005. |
| Access |
Access restricted to subscribing institutions. |
| Form |
Also available in print. |
| System Details |
System requirements: Adobe Acrobat reader for PDF files. |
| Subject |
Leisure -- United States -- Encyclopedias.
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Leisure. |
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United States. |
| Genre/Form |
Encyclopedias.
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| Subject |
Recreation -- United States -- Encyclopedias.
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Recreation. |
| Genre/Form |
Encyclopedias.
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| Added Author |
Cross, Gary S.
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| ISBN |
0684312654 set hardcover alkaline paper |
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0684312662 v. 1 |
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0684312670 v. 2 |
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0684314509 e-book |
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