Examines both sides of the issues surrounding the obsession with image, from beauty standards to societal impact and from individual aspirations of beauty to effects of the beauty and fashion industri
A series of essays that provides varying perspectives on issues associated with crime, debating the treatment of criminals, prevention, and the reduction of recidivism rates.
Presents extracts and analysis of four court decisions dealing with marriage, covering such issues as the polygamy, the right to marital privacy, interracial marriage, and same-sex marriage.
Presents articles both supporting and opposing issues related to the United States' relations with Afghanistan, including how to handle a Taliban resurgence, the ethics of a troop withdrawal, and the
Presents essays analyzing the theme of coming of age in "Romeo and Juliet," including works on growing up in a violent world, adolescent rebellion, and Shakepeare's own encounters with young love.
Presents articles both supporting and opposing issues relating to the social and economic status of Latin American nations, focusing on their relationships with the United States.
Collects essays debating the theme of justice in Miller's "The Crucible," with topics ranging from parallels with McCarthyism and governmental hysteria following the September 11th terrorist attacks.
Discusses Shakespeare's Macbeth in light of power structures, with topics ranging from the central character as a victim to similarities between the play and a 2001 massacre in Nepal.
Collects essays with opposing viewpoints on juvenile prosecution and whether or not juvenile offenders should be charged and sentenced with the same severity as adults.
Essays discuss the cultural aspects of self-mutilation, including tattoos, cosmetic surgery, and cutting, as well as the psyche of individuals who self-mutilate and how society should deal with such s
Presents essays that offer different opinions on political issues in the Middle East, discussing such topics as the history of conflict in the region, the U.S. war with Iraq, and the Israeli and Pales
Presents a collection of essays with different viewpoints on the relationship between religious belief and sexuality, with discussions on homosexuality, gay marriage, belief in God and reproductive ri
Collects essays with varying points of view regarding race and ethnicity, examining such topics as racial classification and ethnic identity, and the impact of race on the arts, mass media, and academ
Presents arguments on both sides of such issues with the Third World as the problems it faces, the effect of globalization, the state of democracy in these countries, and whether and how the United St
Presents essays with varying points of view on the possibility of life in outer space, discussing evidence for extraterrestrials and UFOs, and examining the consequences for Earth of contact with alie
Collects essays with varying points of view regarding the issue of legalized gambling, examining topics including casino gaming, Internet gambling, state-run lotteries, and the Indian Gaming Regulator
Presents varying viewpoints about virtual reality with dicsussion about if simulation is better than reality, the impact on human behavior, and if virtual reality will lead to society's demise.
‧Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. ‧This unique approach provides students with a concise view of diverge
‧Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. ‧This unique approach provides students with a concise view of diverge
‧Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. ‧This unique approach provides students with a concise view of diverge
‧Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. ‧This unique approach provides students with a concise view of diverge
‧Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. ‧This unique approach provides students with a concise view of diverge
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
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
"Current Controversies: Pesticides ... explores a variety of issues related to pesticides, including whether they are negatively affecting human health, how they are interacting with the environment,
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
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
This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance
Collects articles discussing opposing viewpoints on Russia, examining its potential for a democratic government, cultural conflicts, and foreign relations with the United States.
This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance
This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance
This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance
Provides essays with varying opinions on the issues surrounding the legal drinking age, discussing such topics as the effectiveness of raising the age to twenty-one, especially for women, college bing
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
