brand greenhaven press (108 résultats)

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Describes the establishment of concentration camps throughout Nazi-occupied territory whose sole purpose was to exterminate Jews and other people considered undesirable by Hitler and his followers.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Essays explore the use and abuse of alcohol by teenagers, discussing the prevalence of binge drinking, the legal issue of the drinking age, and the effectiveness of various preventative measures.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Describes what it was like to be involved in the Underground Railroad, discussing life on the run, the lives of the trackers, conductors, and stationmasters, and the building of new lives in Canada.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Features a collection of essays on HIV and AIDS, discussing such topics as causes of the disease, current treatments, and the importance of HIV testing, and contains profiles of three individuals with the disease.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1. Focusing on topics of special concern to students, this series makes complex issues less intimidating and more accessible; each book presents 10 to 14 readings from a variety of perspectives that allow readers to better understand the topic.; ; Students must often make informed decisions about serious issues that will affect the course of their lives. Focusing on topics of special concern to students, the Issues That Concern You series helps make these complex issues less intimidating and more a.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1. Tentative chapters include: Do Animals Have Rights? Is Animal Experimentation Justified? Should Animals Be Raised and Slaughtered for Human Use? How Can Animals Be Protected?.

Softcover. Etat : Good. 1. Provides a collection of essays that offer varying viewpoints on the subject of gun violence, covering such topics as the constitutionality of gun control, procurement of guns by terrorists and violent criminals, and gun ownership as a means of self-defense.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1. Alcohol is popular with many teens even though it is prohibited by law. In this volume, teenagers and others write about the consequences of alcohol abuse and offer advice to teens trying to deal with alcohol in their own lives.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 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.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1. For over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each title 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 sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing world.

Softcover. Etat : Good. Books in this anthology series focus a wide range of viewpoints onto a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by a variety of primary and secondary sources, including eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials, and others.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Presents essays that cover varying opinions on organic food, discussing such topics as whether organic food is healthier than other food, whether organic farming has a positive effect on the world, and the future of organic food.

Softcover. Etat : Good. These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; ; Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 0. Thousands of years ago, the ancient Egyptians established a civilization that continue to fascinate people today. This A-Z encyclopedia provides information about the most important people, places, and practices of ancient Egypt, as well as about ancient Egyptian historical periods, religious beliefs, art, architecture, and concepts related to the Egyptian worldview. In addition, the encyclopedia talks about the Egyptologists and archaeologists who helped advance modern knowledge about this ancient culture.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. annotated edition. Book by Engel, Steven.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Discusses various aspects of the Enlightenment including its roots, philosophes, attacks on Christianity, revolt against reason, campaigns to reform society, and legacy.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Annotated edition. Presents a collection of essays discussing the problem of drunk driving, including solutions, legal issues, and personal narratives.

Softcover. Etat : Good. 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.

Softcover. Etat : Good. A collection of articles debating issues related to the collapse of the former Soviet Union, the future of the region, and America's foreign policy there.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1. Chapters discuss the imagery, characterization, setting, and themes found in Richard Wright's powerful novel detailing the treatment of blacks within a predominantly white society.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Examines the practice of slavery as it existed in early Mediterranean civilizations, during the Middle Ages, in Africa, among Indians in the Americas, and in the United States.

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Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer displays the humor, warmth, and conversational style that make Mark Twain one of America's most loved and respected writers. Greenhaven's anthology is a helpful companion to this story based on Twain's Missouri boyhood.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Discusses the role of sports in the ancient Greek and Roman world, covering the Olympics, the glories of physical achievement, spectacle sports, horse and chariot racing, and leisure sports.

Softcover. Etat : Good. 1. U.S. crime rates fell for most of the 1990s, but sociologists warn that these downward trends cannot continue indefinitely. The authors in this volume examine the factors that influence crime-focusing on the economy, prison and sentencing policies, and gun control laws-in the following chapters: What Causes Crime? Does Controlling Guns Control Crime? How Should the Criminal Justice System Be Reformed? How Can Crime Be Reduced?.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Offers an analysis of Scott's novel, examining its themes and structure.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1. Contributors debate the prevalence of rape as well as its causes and the effectiveness of various responses to the problem. The perspectives of victims and perpetrators provide additional insights into this disturbing crime.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Discusses the background and effects of the Jim Crow laws that were enacted after the Civil War to keep the races segregated.

Softcover. Etat : Good. 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.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1. This anthology covers the Reconstruction era to the present. Westward expansion, World War I, the Great Depression, and the Civil Rights era are among the subjects covered in this comprehensive volume. From the chore of uniting a nation torn apart by the Civil War to the task of responding to the attacks of September 11, 2001, this collection reveals the history of a nation attempting to survive and thrive amid stark challenges.