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Database Information

Description:
Indexes current reference sources & the retrospective works that cover individuals, both living & deceased, worldwide. Covers biographical dictionaries; who's whos; subject encyclopedias with biographical entries; literary criticism; & other sources.
Date Range:
Current
Updated:
Semi-Annually
Includes:
bibliographic citations
Subject Coverage:
Biography
Types of Materials Covered:
reference books; includes nearly nearly 12 million biographical sketches
Geographic Scope:
International
Content Provider:
Thomson Gale
Software Requirements:
Web browser
Tips:
See database help page for searching tips.