The Historical Statistics of the United States 5 Volume Hardback Set. This item is unavailable.The Historical Statistics of the United States 5 Volume Hardback Set

A comprehensive compendium of statistics from over 1,000 sources recording every aspect of US history.

'Forthcoming from Cambridge University Press in the spring of 2006 is an update of a landmark reference long overdue for revision. Historical Statistics of the United States: Millennial Edition ... a compendium of statistics from over 1000 sources last updated in the distant 1975, has been expanded to include over 37,000 data series-three times more than in the previous edition-and dozens of new topics, among them slavery, American Indians, and poverty. The monumental five-volume work will be available in both print and electronic formats.' Library Journal Reference Roundup

'Treasure of figures ... enlarges our rearview mirror and, perhaps, hints where we're headed.' Newsweek

'This ultimate statistical source on numerical US history has been 30 years overdue for an overhaul; now, finally, the best is even better. A bargain for all libraries supporting research ...' Nadine Cohen, University of Georgia, Athens

'French semiologist Jean Baudrillard said 'like dreams, statistics are a form of wish fulfillment.' Anyone who enjoys statistics will have their dreams fulfilled by using or browsing through Historical Statistics of the United States, which is highly recommended for larger collections.' Christine Bulson, Booklist

'... a statistical treasure trove.' History Today

'... a stunning achievement providing a multifaceted statistical profile of American history that will be valued by students, scholars and researchers of all types.' Against the Grain