World of knowledge at your fingertips! Compton's by Encyclopedia Britannica 2005 Handheld Edition features authoritative articles from the editors at Britannica covering art, history, geography, technology, pop culture, and more. Get in-depth answers from this wide-ranging resource on various topics that are relevant for the home, school, or office. Thousands of photographs and illustrations bring the content to life. Engaging text and detailed diagrams meet the needs of young as well as older readers, making it ideal for professionals, students, teachers, or anyone who wants fast, easy access to available information:

When you're at the zoo and your son asks, "How much does a gorilla weigh?" and you can tell him while you also explain that they are the closest living relatives to humans after the chimpanzees.
You're discussing sports and want to know how many Cy Young awards Roger Clemens has won as well as how many games Cy Young himself won.
A novel set in Monaco makes you want to know its location and explore the country in some detail.
When you're at a museum and wondering what influenced Monet to lead the impressionist style.
As you settle a bet about the name of the horse that Alexander the Great rode, you can also read about his exploits and impact on the World.

Requirements:

· 79209 KB Available Memory, FREE Town Compass DataViewer.