American National Biography by John A. Garraty (Editor); Mark C. Carnes (Editor)Call Number: REF CT213.A68
ISBN: 0195206355
Publication Date: 1999-01-21
Over 17,400 lengthy biographical essays in 24 volumes. One of the best resources of its kind for 20th century Americans, although the individual must be dead to be included in the ANB. Supplement volumes have been added since the original series was published.
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