Encyclopedia of recreation and leisure in America

Encyclopedia of recreation and leisure in America / Gary S. Cross, editor in chief.

Other author/creator	Cross, Gary S.
Format	Book and Print
Publication Info	Farmington Hills, MI : Charles Scribner's Sons, ©2004.
Description	2 volumes : illustrations ; 29 cm.
Supplemental Content	Table of contents
Subject(s)	Leisure--United States --Encyclopedias. Recreation--United States --Encyclopedias.

Series	Scribner American civilization series Scribner American civilization series. ^A876264
Contents	v. 1. Adapted-little -- v. 2. Magazines-zoos, index.
Review	"This set offers a fascinating look at how Americans spend their free time and entertain themselves. A total of 271 essays present chiefly historical perspectives in the fields of American and cultural studies, sociology, recreation, sports, and leisure studies. Entries cover all facets of American leisure with topics ranging from auctions and blood sports to shopping malls and theme parks. Articles range in length between two and six pages and include brief bibliographies."--"Reference that rocks," American Libraries, May 2005.
Bibliography note	Includes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN	2004004617
ISBN	0684312654 (set hardcover : alk. paper)
ISBN	0684312662 (v. 1)
ISBN	0684312670 (v. 2)