Both print and online. Examines the changes in American civilization from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present

Topics include world events, the arts, business and the economy, education, fashion, government and politics, law and justice, lifestyles and social trends, media, medicine and health, religion, science and technology, and sports.

Available online and in print. Comprehensive encyclopedia of world history with 538 articles that trace the development of human history with a focus on area studies, global history, anthropology, geography, science, arts, literature, economics, women's studies, African-American studies, and cultural studies

(Print and online) From the beginning of the Renaissance to the present, hundreds of articles covering all nations and periods of Europe.

Islam's role in the modern world in the context of the religion's history and development over the last 13 centuries. Contains articles, biographies of key figures, definitions, illustrations, maps and more

A five-volume set and supplement covering all aspects of the African-American experience from 1619 to the present day. Using biographies, historical essays, and thematic pieces, many written by foremost scholars, it addresses a wide array of subjects in over 2,300 articles to define in one source the cultural roots, participation in American life, and current condition of the African-American community.

Provides information on thirty-six key events from the prehistoric past to the dawn of the twenty-first century which have shaped the history of Africa.