Discusses the use of steroids in sports, including its extent in the field, its impact upon the legitimacy of athletic competitions, and ways to manage steroid use among athletes.
Discusses some of the atrocities that occurred during the Vietnam War, and presents arguments for why they were committed, why they were covered up, and the positive and negative reactions by the Amer
Provides a collection of essays that offer varying viewpoints regarding belief systems and the meaning of life, covering such topics as faith, ecofeminism, and secular humanism.
Presents a collection of essays that cover varying opinions on the topic of the Internet, covering such topics as Internet gambling, Internet piracy, Internet pornography, and Internet privacy laws.
Provides a collection of articles that offer varying viewpoints on the subject of weapons of mass destruction, covering such topics as biological terrorism, the U.S. policy towards nuclear weapons, an
Describes many different types of reactions, including acid-base reactions, oxidation, and photosynthesis; presents some potential uses for chemical reactions; and gives an overview of the building bl
Presents a collection of speeches, court cases, personal reflections, newspaper accounts, and essays that cover the history of the debate over the death penalty in the United States.
Presents research on the practices of shamans of different countries, including fasting, drumming, eating plant toxins, and performing exhaustive activites to induce a trance.
Recounts the history and effects of the bubonic plague, describes how the disease spread, and offers information about treatment and prevention in the modern world.
Essays document the life and work of the English dramatist, covering such topics as Shakespeare's authorship, his legacy, and how Shakespeare's plays influence poets, novelists, dramatists, and popula
Presents a collection of essays exploring varying viewpoints on the war on drugs, covering such topics as the link between drugs and terrorism, drug education programs, and the legalization of marijua
Discusses some of the strategic battles of the Korean Conflict, including the Battle of Osan, the amphibious assault at Inchon, and the Battle of Pork Chop Hill.
Looks at the radical changes in the social and political life of Afghanistan, including coverage of the Taliban, the condition of women, and efforts to reconstruct the political and economic infrastru
Explores both sides of the question of whether or not demonic possession occurs and exorcism is an effective treatment, looking at cultural and social factors, mental illnesses, and the dangers involv
Looks at important writings and moments in American history from the end of the Revolutionary War to the growing tensions over the slavery debate and the California gold rush.
Looks at important writings and moments in American history from the years of early exploration to some of the first colonies settled in the New World.
Looks at important writings and moments in early American history, from Benjamin Franklin flying a kite during a thunderstorm to the peace treaty ending the Revolutionary War.
Numerous riveting eyewitness accounts of the day that lives "in infamy", as told by both American and Japanese participants, are collected in an addition to a series that explores major events in worl
Looks at important writings and moments in American history during the the Spanish American War, annexation of the Philippines and other territories, and the Industrial Revolution.