The bestselling one-stop guide to mortgages - updated for the post-housing crisis market! The Mortgage Encyclopedia demystifies all the various mortgage terms, features, and options by offering clear, precise explanations. Fully updated to address the new realities introduced by the housing crisis of 2007, The Mortgage Encyclopedia provides not just a complete description, but also in-depth discussion of the issues that may affect you, whether you're a homeowner (or homeowner-to-be), real estate agent, loan provider, or attorney.
Encyclopedia of American Law, 3rd Edition, Volume 11: Milestones in the Law: Cases in the Law - Brown to Kelo
This new edition, which replaces West's Encyclopedia of American Law, provides: Current information on 5,000 legal topics in 14 volumes cover important issues More than 60 brand-new entries and 2,000 revised articles Biographies of interesting and influential people who have played a part in creating or shaping U.S. law, along with a portrait, a timeline and a quote from the biographee Increased coverage of women and minorities Definitions of legal terms And much more
Encyclopedia of American Law, 3rd Edition, Volume 10: TER to Z
This new edition, which replaces West's Encyclopedia of American Law, provides:
Current information on 5,000 legal topics in 14 volumes cover important issues More than 60 brand-new entries and 2,000 revised articles Biographies of interesting and influential people who have played a part in creating or shaping U.S. law, along with a portrait, a timeline and a quote from the biographee Increased coverage of women and minorities Definitions of legal terms and much more...
In more than 1400 entries, this guide covers the major gods and heroes, many minor figures, and even some historical figures and places. It includes an extensive bibliography of works that contain essential information. Citations are given with each entry, and cross references are included within the text in small capital letters. This volume includes pictures and photos as well as references within entries to the mythological influence on art, literature, and culture. The Encyclopedia is more accessible to younger students. Either is an acceptable addition, depending on the needs of the collection.
From the origins of favorite playthings to their associations with events and activities, the study of a nation's toys reveals the hopes, goals, values, and priorities of its people. Toys have influenced the science, art, and religion of the United States, and have contributed to the development of business, politics, and medicine. Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia documents America's shifting cultural values as they are embedded within and transmitted by the nation's favorite playthings.
