American Reference Books Annual 1994

In the 25 years since its publication began, American Reference Books Annual has come to be regarded as a comprehensive review source for reference books published or distributed in the United States. Canadian reference publications are also included. The approximately 1,700 entries in ARBA 94 continue to encompass an entire spectrum of subjects, covering such broad areas as general reference, history, education, literature, urban studies, economics and business, and science and technology.

1970- issued in 2 vols.: v. 1, General reference, social sciences, history, economics, business; v. 2, Fine arts, humanities, science and engineering.

An extensive index that makes it easy to search for information on the reference literature of 1990 through 1994. It features numerous cross-references, multiple entries, and subject headings that are completely revised to reflect usage at the Library of Congress.

With more than 1600 descriptive and evaluative entries, ARBA continues its 26-year tradition as a comprehensive review source for reference works published or distributed in the US. ARBA 95 encompasses the subject spectrum, covering such broad areas as general reference, history, education, economics and business and science and technology. Of special note in this edition is increased coverage of CD-ROM products. More than 350 reviewers provide reviews that cover strengths and weaknesses of the reference works.

Describes, evaluates and compares more than 1800 reference titles suitable for small- and medium-sized libraries. Covering books in all subject areas published between 1983 and 1993, this work focuses on recent titles. Items in non-print format, such as CD-ROMs, are also cited.