Chambers Biographical Dictionary

by Chambers (Editor)

First published in 1897, this unique reference work contains more 18,000 biographies—more than any other reference work of its type  The ninth edition of this indispensable resource has been thoroughly updated and remains wide-ranging and international in scope, offering concise, authoritative, and illuminating entries on individuals from Alexander the Great to Frank Zappa, and from Barack Obama to Osama Bin Laden.

Genres: Reference, Dictionaries, Biography

1664 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1897

Reviews

[Karen-Leigh · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love dictionaries and history and biographies...this combines all three.

[Tom]

Parry, M. (2011). Chambers biographical dictionary. New York, NY: Larousse Kingfisher Chambers.

Citation created by: Tom Shaw

Call Number: CT103 .C4

Description: Over 18,000 entries of biographic information for personalities spanning the history of the modern world.

Content/Scope: This selection contains international and historical coverage of all areas of human achievement including the arts, science, technology, sport, politics, philosophy and business.

Accuracy/Authority: This book has received positive reviews by reputable review sources.

Arrangement/Presentation: The book is paperback and presented as a biographical dictionary with Miriam Webster-like entries for each personality.

Timeliness/Permanence: This historical reference book was published in 2011, so its content and relevance will change little in the future. New editions are released every 10 to 15 years.

Cost: $29.00


Rational for Selection: This book is a quick and handy reference tool for any student wanting to start a research project that might include one of the personalities contained in the pages.

Professional Review: Booklist, February 1, 1998.

[Coleman Wigger · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was an even better book than I thought it would be after reading. I really enjoyed finding out that I knew more people than just a bunch of Actors/Actresses. That was great to know. I remember more from history classes than I thought. A great read for anyone! Tells about Poets, Actors/Actresses, Famous from History, ETc. All the way from early pioneers to astrophysicists.