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Worldmark Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life (5 Volume Set) | 80.35MB | HF-FS-DF
2100 pages | Publisher: Gacl (September 1999) | Language: English
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From School Library Journal
Grade 9 Up-More than 500 groups ranging in size from 22 members to over one billion are included in this companion to the Worldmark Encyclopedia of the Nations (Gale, 1994). Each volume, Africa, Americas, Asia and Oceania, and Europe, begins with an overview of the cultural history of the geographical area followed by an alphabetical listing of the peoples within its borders. The groups are defined by ethnicity, race, language, religion, nationality, or geography. A few facts, population figures, a simple map, and a list of related articles are included in each entry. For each culture examined, there are 20 numbered sections that discuss such topics as clothing, holidays, food, family life, rites of passage, and social problems. These sections allow for comparative study. While origins and cultural development are discussed, the emphasis is on contemporary life. Recipes, brief retellings of popular myths and legends, and examples of the written languages enliven the text. While some statistics are presented, no sources are cited. Each entry concludes with a bibliography. Occasional, unexciting black-and-white photographs illustrate the texts. A useful index in each volume lists the groups by country. The 10-volume Encyclopedia of World Cultures (Hall Reference, 1994) examines over 1500 cultures but there is less overlap than might be expected. While Worldmark has more accessible language and an easier-to-use format, most large collections will want both for their inclusiveness.
Daryl Grabarek, School Library Journal
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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