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Dictionary of World Biography
Publication Type: eBook
Abstract: Jones, Barry Owen (1932–). Australian politician, writer and lawyer, born in Geelong. Educated at Melbourne University, he was a public servant, high school teacher, television and radio performer, university lecturer and lawyer before serving as a Lab...
Dictionary of World Biography
Publication Type: eBook
Abstract: Jones, Barry Owen (1932–). Australian politician, writer and lawyer, born in Geelong. Educated at Melbourne High School and Melbourne University, he was a public servant, high school teacher, television and radio performer, university lecturer and lawy...
True Biographies of Nations : The Cultural Journeys of Dictionaries of National Biography
Publication Type: eBook
Abstract: Dictionaries of national biography are a long-established and significant genre of biographical and historical writing, existing in many forms across the globe. This book brings together practitioners from around the English‑speaking world to reflect o...
The ADB's Story
Publication Type: eBook
Abstract: 'The Australian Dictionary of Biography captures the life and times and culture of this country in an absolutely distinctive and irreplaceable way. It is the indispensable record of who we are, and of the characters who have made us what we are. I coul...
Die Professoren der Universität Rostock im Dritten Reich : Ein biographisches Lexikon
Publication Type: eBook
Abstract: Das Lexikon enthält biographische Porträts der 189 zwischen 1932 und 1945 an der Universität Rostock tätigen Professoren. Es ist das erste komplette Professorenverzeichnis einer deutschen Universität für die Zeit des Nationalsozialismus mit derart umfä...
J'accuse: "The Health" Erases Gay Writers.
Publication Type: Periodical
Source(s): Gay & Lesbian Review Worldwide; Jan/Feb2012, Vol. 19 Issue 1, p27-29, 3p
Abstract: An essay is presented discussing the author's perceived failings of the "The Heath Anthology of American Literature," 6th edition, edited by Paul Lauter. Focus is given to how the anthology minimizes the sexual identity of several gay and lesbian autho...
ASME Advises Funding to Meet Energy Demand.
Publication Type: Periodical
Source(s): Mechanical Engineering. Sep2008, Vol. 130 Issue 9, p12-12. 1/3p.
Abstract: The article reports that the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has asked the U.S. Congress to direct funds to programs that will enable the U.S. to develop the national energy infrastructure to meet the rising demand for transportation fu...
Native Americans today: a biographical dictionary.
Publication Type: Review
Source(s): Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries; Dec2010, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p662-662, 1/2p
Abstract: A review of the book "Native Americans Today: a Biographical Dictionary," edited by Bruce E. Johansen is presented.
Native Americans Today: A Biographical Dictionary.
Publication Type: Review
Source(s): Booklist; 11/15/2010, Vol. 107 Issue 6, p60-60, 1/4p
Abstract: A review of the book "Native Americans Today: A Biographical Dictionary," by Bruce E. Johansen is presented.
Biografický slovník hudebních prefektů jezuitského řádu působících v Čechách, na Moravě a ve Slezsku v letech 1556-1773.
Publication Type: Review
Source(s): Zeitschrift für Ostmitteleuropa-Forschung. 2010, Vol. 59 Issue 2, p285-286. 2p.
Abstract: The article writes the book "Biografický slovník hudebních prefektů jezuitského řádu působících v Čechách, na Moravě a ve Slezsku v letech 1556-1773," by Markéta Holubová.