The Encyclopedia Americana is now widely available in digital formats for researchers and history enthusiasts:
: The set includes over 1,200 maps , 1,000 tables, and roughly 4,500 images (black-and-white line art and color). The Encyclopedia Americana
: Its creation was a key part of a 19th-century movement to establish American intellectual independence by providing a native comprehensive reference. Accessing Content The Encyclopedia Americana is now widely available in
: Articles are written by approximately 6,500 contributors , many of whom are leading scholars in their respective fields. and roughly 4
: It contains over 45,000 articles , ranging in length from 500 words to massive entries like the "United States" article, which exceeds 300,000 words.