NATIVE AMERICA IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY: AN ENCYCLOPEDIA (Garland Reference Library of Social Science, Volume Number 452). Edited by Mary B. Davis. New York City, NY: Garland Publishing (717 Fifth Avenue, 10022), 1996 (c1994). Paperbound. 787 Pp. ISBN Number 0-8153-2583-5. $24.95. As its title states, “Native America in the Twentieth Century: An Encyclopedia” is a reference to the affairs of still extant groups of Native Americans in the United States. Organized by tribal group, this text offers a brief historical background for each group and follows up with detailed information regarding the current location, land holdings, economics, politics, education, health, religion, and art. Written by over 300 contributors, approximately one-third of whom list Native heritage, “Native America in the Twentieth Century: An Encyclopedia” is a voluminous work. From the Navajo Code Talkers of World War II to discussions of the intricacies of sovereignty and jurisdiction, its included in “Native America in the Twentieth Century”. Fully indexed and including 26 maps ; numerous black and white photos, line drawings, and charts and graphs; this reference is a must-buy for those studying present-day Native America. Anita Cheek Moon, Member Reviewers’ Consortium