Reviews
"This catalog takes a multi-cultural approach to American history by covering the areas of anthropology, architecture, arts, economic history, folklore, geography, history, international relations, language literature journals, performing arts, political science, popular culture, science and technology, and sociology. It lists such audiovisual materials as films, slides, audio and video cassettes, and recordings in order to 'supplement and enhance' printed materials in the study of various aspects of American history .... All items are lettered and numbered as to grouping and indexed by title. Each entry provides title, intended audience level, audiovisual format, whether sound or silent, length, year of release, distributor, and description of content. A Dictionary of Distributors is provided as an appendix. With each section edited by an expert in the field, America on Film and Tape serves as an excellent resource on locating audiovisual materials covering a wide variety of topics in American Studies. Both librarians and teachers should find it quite helpful. Recommended for all libraries." Reference Book Review, "...offers an annotated listing of films, videos, slides, filmstrips, and audiotapes in 14 subject areas, including architecture, arts, economic history, folklore, history, performing arts, political science, and science and technology." Sightlines, "In 14 chapters, this catalog covers audiovisual materials in US anthropology, architecture, arts, economic history, folklore, geography, history, international relations, language, literature, journalism, performing arts, political science, popular culture, sociology, and science and technology. Each chapter has been compiled by a disciplinary expert. The catalog features only a selection of available resources, with emphasis on items that are most recent and of the best quality. Formats reviewed include 16mm films, 35mm slide sets, audiocassettes, video recordings, and filmstrips. Items listed may be located by referring directly to a particular chapter (e.g., Arts, Popular Culture) by using the subject-category outline to pinpoint specific aspects of a chapter (e.g., Folklore-Music; Architecture-Urban) or by turning to the title index. Each chapter begins with a general introduction to the discipline it treats, followed by entries listed under specific categories, arranged by individual identifying numbers. Each entry also includes the title of the work, intended audience level, format, sound/silent, length, year of release, distributor, and brief annotation. Materials are suitable for high school, college, and general adult use. An essential source for well-rounded curriculum development in American Studies programs." Choice
