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tragedy

(Encyclopedia) tragedy, form of drama that depicts the suffering of a heroic individual who is often overcome by the very obstacles he is struggling to remove. The protagonist may be brought low by a…

Lebanon, country, Asia

(Encyclopedia) CE5 LebanonLebanonlĕbˈənən, –nŏnˌ [key], officially Lebanese Republic, republic (2015 est. pop. 5,851,000), 4,015 sq mi (10,400 sq km), SW Asia. The country is bordered on the west…

French literature

(Encyclopedia) French literature, writings in medieval French dialects and standard modern French. Writings in Provençal and Breton are considered separately, as are works in French produced abroad (…

Presidential Medal of Freedom

The Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian award, recognizes exceptional meritorious service. The medal was established by President…

New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards

The New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards are presented each May by critics from all New York City's newspapers, magazines and wire services except the New York…

Haiti Department of State Background

U.S. Department of State Background Note Haiti Index: People History Economy Foreign Relations U.S.-Haiti Relations PEOPLEAlthough Haiti averages about 302 people per square kilometer, its…

U.S. Division I College Hockey, 1996-1997

Final regular season standings; overall records, including all postseason tournament games, in parentheses. Central Collegiate Hockey Assn.   W L T Pts GF GA *Michigan (35-4-4…

Champions Since 1918

Champions Since 1918 Multiple winners: Montreal Canadiens (23); Toronto Arenas-St. Pats-Maple Leafs (13); Detroit Red Wings (11); Boston Bruins (6); Edmonton Oilers (5); NY Islanders, NY…