The Encyclopedia Americana (2026)

Below are links to page images of the volumes, which are also being transcribed in Wikisource. * Volume I (A - Annuals): Google -- onlinebooks.library.upenn.edu Encyclopedia Americana - Britannica

The is one of the world's most comprehensive and established general reference works, first published between 1829 and 1833. It is widely recognized for its deep coverage of American and Canadian geography and history, as well as its strong focus on scientific and technical subjects. Key Characteristics and Scope The Encyclopedia Americana

: The encyclopedia was spearheaded by Francis Lieber , who adapted and expanded material from the German Brockhaus Conversations-Lexikon to create a reference work specifically for American needs. Below are links to page images of the

: To help users find information, it includes roughly 150,000 cross-references and over 9,000 bibliographies for further research. Historical Development Key Characteristics and Scope : The encyclopedia was

: While it began as a 13-volume set, later editions (such as the International Edition) expanded to 30 volumes to reflect a more global perspective.

: Transcribed versions of various volumes can be browsed via The Online Books Page at the University of Pennsylvania. The Encyclopedia Americana - The Online Books Page