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These days anyone can upload their ideas and version of the facts on the web, but Encyclopæ dia Britannica still sets the standard and leads the way. As the oldest continuously published reference source in the English language, it is often recognized as the most authoritative encyclopedia set available.

The 2007 Encyclopæ dia Britannica is a truly magnificent collection. Thirty-two impressive volumes capture the staggering breadth and depth of human understanding with unsurpassed accuracy and accessibility.

In short, it' s a magnificent collection to grace your home or office library.

The definitive source of knowledge
Encyclopæ dia Britannica combines 238 years of heritage with up-to-date information to produce the world' s most indispensable reference set.

Considered the gateway to understanding, offering a boundless range of information written by Nobel Prize winners, expert authors and curators, and established authorities on nearly every subject imaginable including history, geography, physics, biographies, health and medicine, art, sports, and current events.

Articles revised by 46% in the past 3 years

* 32 volumes and 44 million words covering the breadth of human knowledge
* More than 24, 000 carefully researched and selected photos, maps, and illustrations hold the interest of readers
* Over 23, 000 fascinating biographies - learn about historical people, celebrities, political leaders, and other important figures, ranging from Ansel Adams to Lance Armstrong to Pocahontas
* Over 15, 000 geography articles - revised entries include Africa, Bangladesh, Canada, Gaza Strip, Germany, Gulf Coast, Israel, Indonesia, Pakistan, Russia, United States and more
* Bibliographic citations point users to additional information sources for further research

Information is organised so you can find answers quickly

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The 2008 Britannica
Year Book
The 2008 Encyclopaedia Britannica Year Book

The key events, the people and places that made international headlines in 2007. It' s your' s free when you buy the 32 volume set.

The unique four-part organisation of the traditional 32-volume set makes it the ideal Encyclopedia for every question. Here' s a quick rundown:

The two-volume " Index" is the key to Britannica. More than 720, 000 references take you to the exact page you need, quickly and easily.

The 12 volume " Micropæ dia" gives quick and concise answers with a summary of the essential facts and acts as a gateway to Knowledge in Depth.

The 17 volume " Macropæ dia" Knowledge in Depth, gives you complete and thorough understanding in all subjects.

The one-volume " Propæ dia" is the outline of knowledge, a guide to learning that will help you in pursuing any subject in depth.

With articles written by experts in their fields, including an extensive list of Nobel Prize-winning authors, Britannica has several thousand more entries than its nearest competitor with magnificent photographs, illustrations, maps, charts, and diagrams that bring the text to life.

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