Encyclopedia of recreation and leisure in America [electronic resource] / Gary S. Cross, editor in chief. - Detroit, Mich. : Charles Scribner's Sons, 2004. - 1 online resource (2 v.) : ill. - Scribner American civilization series Gale virtual reference library . - Scribner American civilization series. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

v. 1. Adapted-Little -- v. 2. Magazines-Zoos -- Index.

A two-volume survey of the pursuit of leisure in the United States, from Colonial to modern times, presented through 271 alphabetically arranged entries. Coverage includes specific types of recreational activities as well as important themes in the history of leisure. For students, researchers, and general readers.

9780684314501 (electronic book) 0684314509 (electronic book)


Leisure--United States--Encyclopedias.
Recreation--United States--Encyclopedias.