Encyclopedia Britannica, 2007 Edition

2007 Encyclopedia Britannica Print Edition, 32 volumes.

ISBN: 1-59339-292-3

Bonus:  2008 Encyclopedia Britannica Book of the Year.

The 2007 Encyclopædia Britannica combines today's current topics with over 238 years of expertise and delivers more depth, breadth, and information than any other encyclopedia. Readers can access quick facts or immerse themselves in detailed articles on almost any subject imaginable while enjoying the vivid and beautiful images of art, geography, science, sports, and much more. With an updated content for 2007, over 4,000 contributors, and 65,000 articles, the Encyclopædia Britannica is unsurpassed.

Highlights:

• 32 volumes with over 44 million words.
• Over 65,000 articles.
• Over 4,000 contributors, including such renowned individuals as Carl Sagan, Milton Friedman, and many Nobel Laureates.
• 24,000 carefully selected illustrations, maps, and photos.
• More than 23,000 biographies — from Socrates to Chinese president Hu Jintao to Johnny Cash.
• More than 15,000 geography articles, including updated entries for Africa, Bangladesh, Canada, Gaza Strip, Germany, Gulf Coast, Israel, Indonesia, Pakistan, Russia, and more.
• Bibliographic citations point users to additional information sources for further research

Reviews:

There is no more awe-inspiring gift than a gift of Encyclopædia Britannica. It will never be forgotten and always cherished.-- Theodore Pappas, Executive Editor, Encyclopædia Britannica

Named Outstanding Academic Title, "...truly the 'best of the best'"
- Choice Magazine

"...excellent coverage preserves Britannica's reputation as a place to begin researching a vast array of subjects."
- Choice Magazine

"Encyclopaedia Britannica continues to be an authoritative resource..."
- Booklist