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Books with author Debra A Miller

  • The Tea Party Movement

    Debra A. Miller

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 23, 2011)
    The Current Controversies series examines today's most important social and political issues; each volume presents a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources representing all sides of the debate in question.; ; 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 divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical
  • Pandemics

    Debra A. Miller

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, Sept. 15, 2006)
    Describes pandemics--including flu, polio, and AIDS--that have occurred in the past, explains how infectious diseases spread, and explores the ways these diseases can be prevented or controlled.
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  • Dolores Huerta: Labor Leader

    Debra A. Miller

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Dec. 8, 2006)
    Describes the life and accomplishments of the cofounder of the United Farm Workers, the first successful union for some of the most exploited people in the country.
  • Social Security

    Debra A. Miller

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Aug. 22, 2013)
    The Current Controversies series examines today's most important social and political issues; each volume presents a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources representing all sides of the debate in question.; Current Controversies: Social Security explores a variety of issues related to social security including, whether social security is going bankrupt; the success of social security as a government program; how private retirement accounts might impact the s; 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 divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical
  • Oil

    Debra A. Miller

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, July 2, 2010)
    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 divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical bibliographies and a list of organizations to contact are also included.
  • Immigration

    Debra A. Miller

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, June 6, 2014)
    The Current Controversies series examines today's most important social and political issues; each volume presents a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources representing all sides of the debate in question.; This title explores the most recent issues related to immigration, including: immigration as a serious problem in the US; the US Government and immigration law enforcement; illegal immigrants and a path to citizenship; and proposed immigration reform and ; 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 divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical
  • Ascended

    Debra Ann Miller

    language (Debra Ann Miller, Jan. 7, 2013)
    When Vie and Carter set out to complete their mission, neither could have ever imagined being separated from each other. Vie is feeling completely alone in The Gates, just barely going through the motions. Gabriel, her closest friend, tries to distract her with the news of a possible traitor in their own backyard. While Vie longs to be back on Earth with her love, she knows the danger that this traitor could bring, and sets her mind to drawing them out to protect the people she loves. Carter is left alone on Earth clinging to the empty vessel that used to contain his love, unable to let go and move on. Carter starts putting the events of the past few weeks together and realizes something more is going on. All the while Lucian is working up a plan to keep Vivian’s soul and get everything he's always wanted, including revenge against Vie and anyone she’s ever loved. With both Vie and Carter working to find out what is going on in their respective worlds and defeat Lucian, will they ever be able to find their way back to each other?
  • Developing Nations

    Debra A. Miller

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Jan. 6, 2012)
    The Current Controversies series examines today's most important social and political issues; each volume presents a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources representing all sides of the debate in question.; This edition in the Current Controversies series discusses the many issues related to the world's developing nations. The title explores the problems facing developing nations, such as hunger, disease, and environmental damage, the impact of the global fi; 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 divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical
  • Health Care

    Debra A. Miller

    language (Lucent Books Inc, Feb. 23, 2011)
    Young people today are inundated with information but often lack the tools for understanding the complex issues that stir public debate; this series provides clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination of the hot-button issues of the day.; ; Carefully crafted narrative, fully documented primary and secondary source quotations, informative sidebars, and study questions all provide excellent starting points for research and discussion. Full-color photographs, maps, and charts enhance volumes in this series.
  • Descended

    Debra Ann Miller

    language (Debra Ann Miller, Oct. 13, 2012)
    Destiny has two ways of crushing us…by refusing our wishes…and fulfilling them.Vie had no idea when she descended into the small town of Newcastle, Wyoming that she’d find herself mesmerized by the mysterious and alluring eyes of one Carter Stone. And Carter believed he knew everyone that lived in his rural town until the day he locked eyes with Vivian Thorne. He couldn't help but wonder what was different about this girl he had known all of his life.He was right, Vie was the beautiful young Guardian that had been sent to their world looking for Carter and she did so merged in the vessel of the Thorne girl. Their meeting sparks a passionate romance between the two and soon after they embark on their journey to uncover the secrets of a past that they begin to realize they both shared. Their forbidden connection unleashes a war with disapproving parties and the lovers find themselves on a mission to uncover the truth of their not wholly human existence and their unbreakable bond. Darkness falls as Lucian returns to settle a score with them and their lives take a thrilling and terrifying turn. The only way for Carter to stop Lucian and save the one he holds most dear is to unlock the secrets of his past and unleash the powers within him. What are the chances that two raindrops, flung from the heavens, will merge on a windowpane? Gotta be fate!Deeply passionate and extraordinarily suspenseful, Descended captures the struggles between doing what is expected of you and unleashing your destiny, between fulfilling prophecies and desires, between loyalty and love.***Please Note: This book has been professionally re-edited as of 6/20/13***
  • Human Trafficking

    Debra A. Miller

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Oct. 30, 2009)
    Covering today's most current national and international issues, this series introduces the reader to all sides of contemporary controversies in an objective and comprehensive way by providing a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields.
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  • Gasoline

    Debra A. Miller

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, July 16, 2012)
    The Current Controversies series examines today's most important social and political issues; each volume presents a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources representing all sides of the debate in question.; This title explores issues related to United States espionage and intelligence-gathering, including the impact of gasoline and oil dependence, the impact of high gasoline prices, the viability of public transportation as a solution to rising gas prices, p; 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 divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical