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1960-1980 The Twentieth Century
$12.83
Describes major world events, including the building of the Berlin Wall, the assassination of John F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr., and the Vietnam War, through primary and secondary documents. Author: Bussey, Jennifer A. Publisher: Greenhaven Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN-10: 0737..
1990s (America's Decades Ser)
$12.73
Explores the political, economic, and social conditions of the United States in the 1990s. Author: Kallen, Stuart A. Publisher: Greenhaven Pr Binding: paperback Language: english ISBN-10: 0737703113 ISBN-13: 9780737703115..
Amendment XIV: Due Process (Constitutional Amendme...
$19.39
Beginning with the Constitutional Amendment text, each volume puts a particular amendment in historical context, examines how it has been tested in the courts, and presents current controversies and debates. Author: Fredericks, Carrie Publisher: Greenhaven Press Binding: Hardcover Language: English ..
America in the Twenty-First Century (Opposing View...
$19.01
Review"Long-standing series about controversial contemporary issues continue(s) to turn out exceptional titles. Greenhaven's Opposing Viewpoints presents multiple perspectives on hot topics such as abortion, the death penalty, and censorship through excerpts from primary materials ranging from speec..
American History by Era - Antebellum America: 1784...
$31.38
The time between America's independence in 1783 and the year 1850 was an era of remarkable growth in territory and power for the new nation, as well as a time of social ferment and change. Americans created a constitutional government, expanded westward, and grappled with the problem of slavery. Aut..
American Values (Opposing Viewpoints (Library))
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Explore the issue of American values with expert opinions in a pro/con format and encourage critical thinking. Includes discussion questions, bibliography and respected sources. Author: Haugen, David M. Publisher: Greenhaven Press Binding: library Language: English ISBN-10: 0737741902 ISBN-13: 97807..
At Issue in History - Discovery of the AIDS Virus ...
$16.13
When AIDS was first reported in 1981, scientists disagreed about what caused the disease and how it was spread. Controversies continued when two different research groups claimed credit for identifying the virus called HIV as the cause of AIDS in 1984. These and related debates shook the scientific ..
Bioethics in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (Social I...
$24.60
This title offers an in-depth examination of colonialism as presented in Chinua Achebe's novel Things Fall Apart, as well as contemporary perspectives on this issue. Discussions include the use of language to convey status and power, the clash of Igbo and European cultures, the loss of personal iden..
Biomedical Ethics (Opposing Viewpoints)
$9.85
Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format, exposing readers to many sides of a debate which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. Author: Wagner, Viqi Publisher: Greenhaven Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 073773738..
Chemical Dependency (Opposing Viewpoints)
$26.09
Review"Long-standing series about controversial contemporary issues continue(s) to turn out exceptional titles. Greenhaven's Opposing Viewpoints presents multiple perspectives on hot topics such as abortion, the death penalty, and censorship through excerpts from primary materials ranging from speec..
Chernobyl (Perspectives on Modern World History)
$14.64
Describes the events of what scientists accept as the worst nuclear disaster in history, with emphasis on the environmental effects on the immediate area and the world. Author: Nelson, David Publisher: Greenhaven Press Binding: library Language: English ISBN-10: 073774555X ISBN-13: 9780737745559..
Civil Liberties (Introducing Issues With Opposing ...
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Over thirty-five years ago, Greenhaven Press began publishing the Opposing Viewpoints series to help students gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills. The Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints series continues that tradition, presenting a wealth of information ..
Colonial America (Interpreting Primary Documents)
$28.61
Religious, political, and economic divisions underlie the foundations of a nation that would eventually tout equality and unity. The diversity of life in the original thirteen colonies is revealed in primary documents from the period. Author: Coddon, Karin Publisher: Greenhaven Binding: Paperback La..
Constructing a Life Philosophy (Opposing Viewpoint...
$8.69
In this newly updated volume, thinkers such as M. Scott Peck, Niccolo Machiavelli, Paul Kurtz, and Pema Chodron offer readers an engaging overview of humanity's perennial investigation into the meaning of life. Chapters include: How Do Religions Give Life Meaning What Motivates Moral Behavior What..
Contemporary Issues Companion - School Violence (H...
$17.45
From School Library JournalGrade 8 Up-An array of essays, personal accounts, case studies, statistical articles, and commentaries on this important topic. The introduction defines school violence in its historical context and includes current statistics and legislation. Separate sections are devoted..
Cults (Opposing Viewpoints)
$12.63
Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This title explores what are cults, whether cults are..
Education (Opposing Viewpoints)
$20.78
Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format, exposing readers to many sides of a debate which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. Author: Haugen, David M. Publisher: Greenhaven Press Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN-10: 07377..
Endangered Oceans (Opposing Viewpoints)
$11.62
Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format, exposing readers to many sides of a debate which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. Author: Gerdes, Louise Publisher: Greenhaven Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0737742..
Euthanasia (Opposing Viewpoints)
$14.68
Presents arguments on both sides of the issue of euthanasia, including questions regarding ethics and legality, physician-assisted suicide, living wills, and removing life support from patients in a persistent vegetative state. Author: Snyder, Carrie Publisher: Greenhaven Press Binding: Paperback La..
Gangs (Opposing Viewpoints)
$22.13
This book provides a compendium of viewpoints, both pro and con, on several issues relating to the prevalence of gangs in American society. Across four chapters, readers will evaluate whether gangs are widespread, what factors may drive people into gangs, what steps to prevention should be, and what..
Gay Marriage (Introducing Issues With Opposing Vie...
$18.32
From School Library JournalGrade 7 Up-This title provides 15 well-balanced articles written by different authors. Like books in the Opposing Viewpoints series (Gale), it has a pro/con format. The text is broken up with color photographs, fact boxes, political cartoons, and questions to engage reader..
Gender in Lorraine Hansberry's a Raisin in the Sun...
$22.64
Great literature resonates with us not only because of well-developed characters and plots, but also because it often reflects important social themes; these books explore a work of literature through the lens of the major issue reflected in it.; ; This series brings together the disciplines of soci..
Globalization (Opposing Viewpoints)
$12.99
Explores the impact of globalization on world societies and its role in crises such as global warming, the modern financial crisis, and terrorism. Examines some of globalization’s effects on developing nations, including income inequality and food shortages. Looks at globalization and the U.S. econo..
Globalization (Opposing Viewpoints)
$12.66
This assembly of essays explores the impact of globalization on world societies and its role in crises such as global warming, the modern financial crisis, and terrorism. Readers will examine some of globalization's effects on developing nations, including income inequality and food shortages. The e..
Gun Control (Opposing Viewpoints)
$10.50
Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format, exposing readers to many sides of a debate which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. Author: Roleff, Tamara L. Publisher: Greenhaven Pr Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0737736..