Popular Culture Research Guide: Encyclopedias & Reference

Covers consuming societies around the world, from the Age of Enlightenment to the present, and shows how consumption has become intrinsic to the world?s social, economic, political, and cultural landscapes.

Includes essays on events, publications, lifestyles and individuals important to particular eras in U.S. history from 1900-1999.

Covers the first decade of the 21st century. Explore the social, economic and political events that influenced consumers who were coming of age then in order to understand them better today.

Coveres popular music of all genres and periods from 1900 to the present day. Topics covered include genres, trends, styles, record labels, venues, and music festivals, key dates, biographies, artists, and discographies.