Cross Cultural Anthropology: A Reference Collection is a set of three separate encyclopedias comprehensively covering some of the most important and current research in anthropology today. Prepared under the auspices and with the support of the Human Relations Area Files, with an internationally distinguished advisory board for each encyclopedia, Cross Cultural Anthropology: A Reference Collection is comprised of three independent encyclopedias encompassing three of the fastest-growing areas in anthropological research. The contributors to each of the encyclopedias is a leader in their area (geographically and topically) of research. With over 150 cultures represented, Cross Cultural Anthropology: A Reference Collection is a seminal reference collection for any and every academic library and social scientist.