The World & History

Countries
In the library, check out The World Book Encyclopedia which provides a great deal of basic information on each country, including capitals, flags, history, government, people, etc. Also try Lands and People available in the Reference section at the call number, 909.09. Ask at the Information Desk for more information.

• EbscoHost TopicSearch This current events database allows researchers to explore social, political & economic issues, scientific discoveries and other popular topics discussed in today's classrooms.
• Issues in the News
• US State Department - Background Notes
• Global Trade Reference Library
• CIA: The World Factbook. Lots of excellent information about countries. Includes maps.
• World Rulers Heads of State listed alphabetically by country and by international organization. Look for country's current name: former names and rulers will be found there. Lists rulers primarily from the beginning of the 20th Century or the start of independent rule; some countries have more historical listings.
• Folk and Fairy Tales from Around the World
• Governments on the Web. Information on the governments of 200 countries.
• World Newspapers Organized by place of publication, including foreign countries, US States, and title of the newspaper.
• Country information. More useful information from Camden County Library.
• Country Reports.org. National anthems, flags, and more.
• Library of Congress - Country Studies Excellent source of information on countries around the world.
• Yahoo Regional: Countries Directory listing of countries and links to further information.

History (Today in History, Fashion History, etc)
In the library, look in 20th Century Day by Day or Chronicle of the 20th Century in the reference section at 909.82.

• EbscoHost History Database. Outside the library, enter your Bloomfield Public Library barcode number for access. Full text from reference books, encyclopedias, non-fiction books, history periodicals, historical documents, biographies of historical figures, historical photos and maps, and historical video.
• 20th Century American Cultural history by decade - books, music, fasion, plus historic events
• Today in History Find out the big historical events that happened this date in years past. Click on archives to chose dates from calendar.
• Information Please Almanac. Click on Today in History, then scroll down and See what happened on another day by selecting month and date, or see the chronology for any year in the 20th Century.
• Biography.
  
  
• Multnomah County Library's Pathfinder - Costumes
• The Costomer's Manifesto. Costumes from History and around the world.
• Fashion-Era. Fashion throughout history.
• The Museum of Fashion.