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The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy - 3rd Edition by  E D Hirsch & Joseph F Kett & James Trefil (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy - 3rd Edition by E D Hirsch & Joseph F Kett & James Trefil (Hardcover)

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  • In this fast-paced information age, how can Americans know what's really important and what's just a passing fashion?
  • 672 Pages
  • Reference, Dictionaries

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About the Book



This updated edition serves up a delicious concoction of information, becoming the most definitive and comprehensive family source book for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the cultural curve.



Book Synopsis



In this fast-paced information age, how can Americans know what's really important and what's just a passing fashion? Now more than ever, we need a source that concisely sums up the essential knowledge that matters to Americans--the people, places, ideas, and events that shape our cultural conversation. With more than six thousand entries, The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy is that invaluable reference book.

Wireless technology. Gene therapy. NAFTA. In addition to the thousands of terms described in the original Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, here are more than five hundred new entries to bring Americans' bank of essential knowledge up to date. The original entries have been fully revised to reflect recent changes in world history and politics, American literature, and, especially, science and technology. Cultural icons that have stood the test of time (Odysseus, Leaves of Grass, Cleopatra, the Taj Mahal, D-Day) appear alongside entries on such varied concerns as cryptography, the digital divide, the European Union, Kwanzaa, pheromones, SPAM, Type A and Type B personalities, Web browsers, and much, much more.

As our world becomes more global and interconnected, it grows smaller through the terms and touchstones that unite us. As E. D. Hirsch writes in the preface, "Community is built up of shared knowledge and values--the same shared knowledge that is taken for granted when we read a book or newspaper, and that is also taken for granted as part of the fabric that connects us to one another."

A delicious concoction of information for anyone who wants to be in the know, The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy brilliantly confirms once again that it is "an excellent piece of work . . . stimulating and enlightening" (New York Times)--the most definitive and comprehensive educational resource of its kind.

How can you keep up with the essential knowledge that connects us all?

  • A Guide to American Culture: Explore over 6,000 entries covering the influential people, places, ideas, and events that form the bedrock of our national conversation.
  • Up-to-Date on Current Events: With over 500 new entries, stay informed on everything from wireless technology and gene therapy to NAFTA and the European Union.
  • Expansive World History: Understand the historical context that shapes today, with revised entries on iconic figures like Cleopatra and pivotal moments like D-Day.
  • Modern Science and Technology: Demystify complex topics of the digital age, including cryptography, pheromones, and the functions of a Web browser.
  • A Tool for Lifelong Learning: Fulfill the need for shared knowledge that, as E. D. Hirsch writes, builds community and connects us to one another.



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"Well written, well researched, and well worth the money." Library Journal


Dimensions (Overall): 9.53 Inches (H) x 8.1 Inches (W) x 1.78 Inches (D)
Weight: 3.54 Pounds
Suggested Age: 12-17 Years
Number of Pages: 672
Genre: Reference
Sub-Genre: Dictionaries
Publisher: Collins Reference
Format: Hardcover
Author: E D Hirsch & Joseph F Kett & James Trefil
Language: English
Street Date: October 3, 2002
TCIN: 76976274
UPC: 9780618226474
Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-1266
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: How many new entries are included in this edition?

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  • A: This edition includes more than 500 new entries on contemporary topics.

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Q: Is the book suitable for educational purposes?

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  • A: Yes, it's an excellent educational resource for lifelong learning and cultural literacy.

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Q: What is the main focus of the dictionary?

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  • A: Its main focus is to provide essential knowledge that shapes cultural conversations in America.

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