The Scribner Encyclopedia of American Lives

Each volume in this series presents original scholarly biographies of notable Americans. Articles range from 1,000 to 6,000 words, contain a photo of the individual, and provide a concise summary of achievements. Also detailed wherever possible are: family members; educational background; names of spouses and marriage and divorce dates; addresses of residences; and cause of death and place of burial. The new Volume 6 includes biographies of approximately 350 prominent Americans who died between 2000-2002, including Ted Williams, Walter Matthau, Gwendolyn Brooks, Tito Puente and Katharine Graham. Each volume contains cumulative occupation and birthplace indexes.Kenneth T. Jackson is the author of 'The Scribner Encyclopedia of American Lives', published 2003 under ISBN 9780684312927 and ISBN 0684312921.