The Dictionary of National Biography, compiled over the last 120 years, consists of thirty-two printed volumes, documenting the lives of nearly 40,000 people. This prestigious literary work, known, used, and read throughout the world for its accuracy, individuality, and charm, has been<br />captured on a single CD-ROM.<br /><br />The electronic edition now makes it possible to conduct wide-ranging searches and access biographical details in ways that were inconceivable with the printed volumes. Searches can locate information on a particular individual, identified by name, title, gender, dates, or occupation (or a<br />combination of these), or a group of individuals who share certain characteristics.<br /><br />System requirements: IBM PC or full compatible with 80386 processor or above. 4Mb free RAM. DOS 5.0 or higher. 3Mb free hard-disk space. VGA or Super VGA monitor. CD-ROM drive. MSCDEX 2.1 or higher. Windows 3.1 or higher. Microsoft mouse or compatible. Network version: Novell-compatible<br />networks.