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2005 Compton's Encyclopedia
26 Volumes, including the Fact Index
The 26 library-bound volumes of Compton's Encyclopedia cover a broad range of subject areas, from the historic to the contemporary. Presenting information in a style that makes each article easily readable, Compton's allows younger students to begin with basic facts, while older students read further into articles for more in-depth information.

A reliable reference source since 1922, Compton's is designed to inspire ambition, stimulate the imagination, and provide inquiring young minds with accurate information.

Highlights include:

  • 37,000 entries
  • 22,500 images
  • 11,000 pages
  • Here and There: A handy guide that organizes information in each volume by subjects, articles, and page numbers.
  • Exploring: Interesting questions that introduce each volume.
  • Profiles: Biographies and glossary terms related to the article.
  • Fact Finders: Excellent cross-reference guides.
  • Time Lines: Outlines that illustrate the broad sweep of events.
  • Previews: Tables of content in longer articles that help readers quickly locate major subdivisions.
  • Volume 26 - The Fact Index: A mini-encyclopedia with thousands of short articles and a standard index.