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
Each anthology in the new Global Viewpoints series (which does not duplicate any material in the Opposing Viewpoints series) delivers contemporary perspectives on the featured issue -- with the majori
Analyzes Carson's signature work through an environmental lens, addressing its claims about pesticides, the nature of its critiques, and the lasting influence of the book's themes within the context o
Discusses issues relating to child labor from a global perspective, offering essays on such topics as the extent of the practice, its dangers, whether or not it is necessary, and efforts to end it.
Presents essays that examine women's issues in "The Joy Luck Club," discussing such topics as gender and ethnic identity, female empowerment, cultural conflict, and stereotypes about immigrant women.
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 la
