Books in More Science in Action series

This new reference work presents a detailed factual account of the world monetary system, and of the agreements and organizations on which the system depends, from the signature of the 1944 Bretton Woods agreement through to the creation of the Group of Seven in 1986. A comprehensive historical section begins with the payments arrangements arising from wartime assistance to the European allies, the Marshall Plan, and the establishment of the IMF. Subsequent chapters trace the major themes of the post-war era; the spread of convertibility, the 1967 sterling devaluation, monetary disturbances, the role of gold and the question of international liquidity, the 1971-72 Smithsonian currency realignment, the oil crisis, IMF reform, third-world debt, the Paris and Cancun conferences on international economic co-operation, and the series of major industrialized country summit meetings. This historical account is brought up to date with coverage of moves to co-ordinate exchange rate and interest rate policies. The second section of the book provides essential and systematic reference information on each of the international organizations in the monetary and financial sphere, grouped by chapter under the broad classifications of general economic organizations, monetary bodies, development organizations and trade organizations. Part III covers the New International Economic Order and Development Decade declarations of the UN. Appendices record the growth of UN and IMF membership, and the patterns of currency fluctuations. The book also includes a select bibliography, and a full general index. This book provides a comprehensive and objective factual guide to its complex subject, and incorporates the essential reference information in a form which is accessible both to researchers and to practitioners in the field.

Help your readers discover the powerful science behind force. Various forces, such as gravitational force and applied force, explain how and why objects move the way they do. Through informative and concise main text, readers expand their knowledge of this essential science curriculum topic. Creative, full-color design elements, useful sidebars, thought-provoking fact boxes, and a helpful glossary add extra insight to give readers a better understanding of how force is applied to the world around us.

There are many different materials on Earth that can be utilized in a variety of ways. In this insightful volume, readers will learn about the basic properties of several types of materials, from wood to plastic. The accessible and concise text encourages readers' curiosity and deepens their knowledge of this basic science curriculum topic. In addition, eye-catching fact boxes, engaging sidebars, a detailed glossary, and vibrant, full-color photographs enhance this learning experience about the properties of various materials. Readers learn how this science concept can be applied in many aspects of everyday life.

From an early age, children are often fascinated by magnets on their refrigerator or in toys they play with. However, do they know how those magnets actually work? They will after reading this volume. Readers expand their knowledge of magnets as they learn how magnets work and what magnets can be used for in everyday life. The accessible and age-appropriate main text is presented alongside extra features, such as detailed sidebars, informative fact boxes, a comprehensive glossary, and bold, full-color photographs. These elements work together to create an exciting reading and learning experience.

What factors determine a person's hair color and eye color? Why are some people short and some tall? These questions and others similar to them are answered in this engaging guide to the science of genetics. Through this accessible resource, readers learn about the inherited traits parents can pass down to their children. Clear and concise language is used to simplify this complex science curriculum topic. A helpful glossary, detailed sidebars, interesting fact boxes, and striking, full-color photographs enhance the main text and provide even more details about the fascinating world of genetics.