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The literature of the 16th century was marked by intellectual tensions, the severity of which can hardly be exaggerated. These were characterized by a diversity of forms and interests, which brought to the fore an exceptionally broad spectrum of groups of authors and readers: scholars and Meistersanger, theologians of all shades of opinion between orthodoxy and heresy, publicists, Paracelsists, Latin poets, municipal and school dramatists as well as popular storytellers with national resonance.

The Dictionary of Authors 'The Early Modern Era in Germany 1520-1620' covers...

"Arguing for Evolution: An Encyclopedia for Understanding Science" provides readers with a single source for the scientific evidence supporting evolution. The book shows how scientists have tested the predictions of evolutionary theory and created an unshakeable foundation of evidence supporting its truth. As such, it demonstrates how evolution serves as a case study for understanding the scientific method and presents a logical model for scientific inquiry.

The evidence for evolution is presented historically and topically in an accessible, example-rich, and logical format, using an...

Comprising some 80 million Americans born between 1946 and 1965, the Baby Boomers have significantly changed every aspect of American history and culture. The members of this generation experienced some of the most tumultuous times in American history; indeed, the Boomers helped create these pivotal eras. From the advent of rock and roll to disco and rap, from the sexual revolution to the arrival of AIDS, and from race riots to the election of a black president, Baby Boomers have seen it all.

Through nearly 100 alphabetically arranged entries, this encyclopedia gives later generations...

' ISBN 978-0-8242-1093-9

' December 2009

' $50

' $55 outside U.S. & Canada

From the constant advertising messages from beer, wine and liquor manufacturers to parties, weddings, and other social gatherings where alcohol is served to after-work happy hours with coworkers, the influence and presence of alcohol are inescapable in the United States. According to a government source, 50 percent of American adults identified themselves as "regular drinkers" (having at least 12 drinks in the past year).

This encyclopedia presents an overview of the entire history of alcohol in America from the first colonies to present day, focusing on the often-marginalized and pop...

Do you want the real facts to counter and correct the steaming piles of myth and misinformation you hear all the time? This fascinating collection tells exactly what you need to know so the next time you hear someone repeat one of these common falsehoods, you'll be ready to call bullshit on:

-Mary Magdalene was a prostitute.
-Your heart stops when you sneeze.
-Crime increases during a full moon.
-A goldfish's memory lasts only a few seconds.
-It was illegal to drink alcohol...