The Current Controversies series examines today's most important social and political issues. Each volume presents a diverse selection of primary sources representing all sides of the debate in quest
Discusses the world's history of energy production and consumption, and explains how alternative energy sources may help with the coming fossil fuel energy crisis and protecting the worldwide environm
Presents articles discussing the different issues surrounding institutional and foster care for children, including why it may be necessary, reaching adulthood, group homes, interracial adoption, and
Presents articles both supporting and opposing issues relating to disaster response, including the challenges involved, the role of the government, and how U.S. disaster response can be improved.
Examines varying points of view about e-books, discussing such issues as whether e-book pricing is hurting traditional publishers, whether paper and e-books can coexist, and the role of libraries in b
Essays explore social and political issues in contemporary Pakistan, examining the state of religious extremism, the security of the country's nuclear arsenal, and the global security threat posed by
"Biodiversity: This series covers today's most current national and international issues and the most important opinions of the past and present. The purpose of the series is to introduce readers to a
"Medicare: This series covers today's most current national and international issues and the most important opinions of the past and present. The purpose of the series is to introduce readers to all s
The Current Controversies series examines today's most important social and political issues; each volume presents a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources representing all sides of the de
Presents different viewpoints on the effects of the media on politics, discussing the types and extent of media bias, how the Internet has influenced political campaigns and increased accountability i
Explores such aspects of the gays in the military debate as whether they should be allowed to serve openly, the effects of repealing Don't Ask Don't Tell, and what the impact of their serving openly w
"What Are the Problems Facing Developing Nations?; Did the Global Financial Crisis Hurt Developing Nations?; Can Democracy Succeed in Developing Nations?; What Can Be Done to Aid the Developing World?
The Current Controversies series examines today's most important social and political issues; each volume presents a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources representing all sides of the de
Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. This unique approach provides students with a concise view of d
Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. This unique approach provides students with a concise view of
Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. This unique approach provides students with a concise view of d
Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. This unique approach provides students with a concise view of d
Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. This unique approach provides students with a concise view of d
Presents essays relating to issues with United States elections, including whether there are serious problems with the elections system, the safety of electronic voting, and if federal elections are f
Explores issues with federal elections, including unacceptable barriers to voting caused by registration problems, long lines, broken voting machines, and location confusion. Examines the fairness of
Discusses the current conflict in Darfur, including its causes, the social and political effects on the region's people, and to what level the United States should participate in neutralizing the conf
Covering today's most current national and international issues, this series introduces the reader to all sides of contemporary controversies in an objective and comprehensive way by providing a wide
Presents a collection of essays about aid to Africa from diverse viewpoints, discussing the problems Africa faces, the benefits and costs of trade, and whether natural resources can save the continent
Covering today's most current national and international issues, this series introduces the reader to all sides of contemporary controversies in an objective and comprehensive way by providing a wide
Covering today's most current national and international issues, this series introduces the reader to all sides of contemporary controversies in an objective and comprehensive way by providing a wide
