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Japanese American Internment Camps
Bryan J. Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Aug. 16, 2001)In addition to providing the impetus for American entry into World War II, the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor triggered the forced removal of 110,000 Japanese Americans from the West Coast to remote camps in barren inland areas. The authors in this volume illustrate the arguments in favor of relocation, as well as provide personal experiences of the evacuation, imprisonment and interrogation by federal authorities, the day-to-day life in the relocation camps, and reentry into American society following the closure of the camps.
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Japanese American Internment Camps
Bryan J. Grapes
Paperback (Greenhaven Pr, Nov. 1, 2000)Presents a collection of articles and essays documenting Japanese Americans' removal to internment camps in the United States during World War II.
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Child Abuse
Bryan J. Grapes
Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, April 1, 2001)Discusses the scope, causes, factors, societal response, and prevention of child abuse from a variety of viewpoints.
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Contemporary Issues Companion - School Violence
Bryan J. Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Feb. 15, 2000)Despite evidence that school violence is in decline, a string of highly publicized mass shootings in American schools has inspired a sense of panic in parents and school officials. Contributors provide insight into the possible causes of violent behavior in students and suggest potential remedies.
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Current Controversies - Child Abuse
Bryan J. Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, April 10, 2001)Authors debate the prevalence of child abuse in American society and the most effective measures to prevent and respond to violence against children. Chapters include: Is Child Abuse a Serious Problem? What Causes Child Abuse? How Can Society Respond to Child Abuse? Will Changes in the Criminal Justice System Help Prevent Child Sexual Abuse?
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Interracial Relationships
Bryan J. Grapes
Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 1, 1999)In 1967, the Supreme Court struck down the last of the nation's laws against interracial marriage. Though the number of interracial marriages has risen significantly, those involved in interracial romances still find themselves facing considerable predjudices.
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Contemporary Issues Companion - Child Abuse
Bryan J. Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 1, 2000)Understaffed child welfare agencies across the United States process millions of cases of abuse and neglect every year. The authors in this volume provide insight into the possible causes of child abuse and suggest potential remedies.
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At Issue Series - Interracial Relationships
Bryan J. Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 1, 1999)In 1967, the Supreme Court struck down the last of the nation's laws against interracial marriage. Though the number of interracial marriages has risen significantly, those involved in interracial romances still find themselves facing considerable predjudices.
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At Issue Series - Violent Children
Bryan J. Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 1, 1999)Despite a drop in the overall crime rate in America, juvenile crime is rising. Not petty crimes, but heinous murders as the shootings in Jonesboro, Arkansas and Springfield, Oregon attest. From negative influences in popular culture to broken homes result in violent children in today's society.
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Current Controversies - Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Bryan J Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, July 12, 2002)Awareness of AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases has increased with education efforts. But has the problem been overblown? And what are the best methods of prevention? This anthology debates these issues in the following chapters: Are Sexually Transmitted Diseases a Serious Problem? Should Public Health Measures Be Used to Prevent the Spread of HIV? How Can Sexually Transmitted Diseases Be Prevented?
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Current Controversies - Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Bryan J. Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, May 8, 2001)Awareness of AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases has increased with education efforts. But has the problem been overblown? And what are the best methods of prevention? This anthology debates these issues in the following chapters: Are Sexually Transmitted Diseases a Serious Problem? Should Public Health Measures Be Used to Prevent the Spread of HIV? How Can Sexually Transmitted Diseases Be Prevented?
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Contemporary Issues Companion - Child Abuse
Bryan J. Grapes
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 1, 2000)Understaffed child welfare agencies across the United States process millions of cases of abuse and neglect every year. The authors in this volume provide insight into the possible causes of child abuse and suggest potential remedies.