Books in Contemporary World Issues series

Collects essays with varying points of view regarding race and ethnicity, examining such topics as racial classification and ethnic identity, and the impact of race on the arts, mass media, and academic institutions.

Essays discuss sexual activity among teenagers, including sexual orientation, sexually transmitted diseases, sex education, and teen pregnancy.

Traces the history of China from the Boxer Rebellion to the present time through a collection of newspaper articles.

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.

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.

Presents essays discussing Alzheimer's disease, including possible causes, research being done to find preventions or cures, and best ways to care for those with the disease.

Essays describe a variety of views on the phenomenon of global warming and discuss causes, consequences, and proposed solutions.

Presents a collection of essays that introduces various types of depression, current and potential treatments for the disorder, and the ways in which depression affects its victims and their families. Simultaneous.

Presents essays with varying points of view on the possibility of life in outer space, discussing evidence for extraterrestrials and UFOs, and examining the consequences for Earth of contact with alien life-forms.

Presents a collection of essays that discuss varying viewpoints on the subject of endangered species, including legal and moral issues, problems with species conservation, and the effectiveness of the Endangered Species Act.

One of the most prevalent and feared diseases, cancer can take a variety of forms and is still not fully understood. This volume provides a layperson's overview of different theories about the causes of and potential cures for cancer, as well as exploring alternative therapies.

Essays discuss eating disorders, including the various types of eating disorders, dealing with the disorder, and how to overcome an eating disorder.