Books with author Debra A. Miller

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.; This title explores the ongoing problem of modern-day piracy. Rising in prevalence at the turn of the 21st century, pirates attacted commercial ships in Southeast Asia and off the coast of Somalia. In recent years piracy has spread to the riverways of Ro; 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.

Greenhaven Press's The World's Hot Spots series provides context and insight into some of the most unstable and conflict-ridden places on the planet. Each volume is an anthology of primary and secondary documents that provides historical background and contemporary analysis on the conflicts in one country or region. An introduction outlines essential background information, and a historical chapter illustrates the roots of the conflicts. Next a wide range of individuals--from world leaders, activists, and professional writers--presents the causes and potential solutions to the current hostilities. In addition, each book includes extensive research tools, such as an annotated table of contents, comprehensive bibliographies, and a glossary of terms and important figures. Greenhaven Press's The World's Hot Spots series will help readers develop a firm grasp of some of the most important issue to affect the international community.

from the publisher: Current Controversies (hardcover editions) Teens And Privacy Author Noel Merino Published by Greenhaven Press 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. Review: "The books are ideal for teens researching topics for debates or research papers. The topics are current enough that many teens will want to browse through the books on their favorite topics." --ARBA, March 2009

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