(Encyclopedia) Dickinson, Emily, 1830–86, American poet, b. Amherst, Mass. She is widely considered one of the greatest poets in American literature. Her unique, gemlike lyrics are distillations of…
A Not-So-Traditional Thanksgiving Part 1: The Original Culture War by Neil Miller During the National Day of Mourning rally in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Andres Araica prayed at a…
(Encyclopedia) Constantinople, Latin Empire of, 1204–61, feudal empire established in the S Balkan Peninsula and the Greek archipelago by the leaders of the Fourth Crusade (see Crusades) after they…
(Encyclopedia) Altman, Robert, 1925–2006, American film director, b. Kansas City, Mo. One of the most original talents in late-20th-century American filmmaking, he created complex, often loosely…
(Encyclopedia) Sun Belt or Sunbelt, southern tier of the United States, focused on Florida, Texas, Arizona, and California, and extending as far north as Virginia. The term gained wide use in the…
(Encyclopedia) biological warfare, employment in war of microorganisms to injure or destroy people, animals, or crops; also called germ or bacteriological warfare. Limited attempts have been made in…
Looking for great features on the TURIN GAMES? See: 2006 TURIN WINTER GAMES. Medal Standings by Sport Choose a sport: Alpine Skiing Biathlon Bobsled Cross-Country Curling Figure…
