Oklahoma Biographical Dictionary

<p>Oklahoma Biographical Dictionary - The Oklahoma Biographical Dictionary is a single volume comprehensive reference work documenting people who have been important to the history and life of the State of Oklahoma. Within Oklahoma's geographical boundaries this dictionary portrays individuals who have connected to the state's attributes in numerous ways. This biographical dictionary helps readers find relevant biographies of people who were from Oklahoma died in Oklahoma or distinguished themselves in Oklahoma. It details the lives and activities of persons past and present who have made history or news in the state even if only by birth or death.</p><p>Almost every sphere of human activity is represented. Government figures appear prominently throughout the biographical dictionary reflecting their significant role in shaping the development and growth of the state. The work also covers individuals from entertainment sports arts and religions that have been deemed newsworthy to the State of Oklahoma.</p><p>Designed for students researchers and curious readers alike the Oklahoma Biographical Dictionary includes hundreds of meticulously researched biographic profiles. The volume highlights influential figures of industries the arts culture economy and religion serving as a valuable biographic resource for understanding the rich diversity and evolving identity of Oklahoma people.</p>