Books in In Focus series

Discusses prayer in the public schools and shows how public policy and attitudes toward prayer in school have changed since the founding of the country

Traces the development of nuclear weapons, explains the different types, indicates the key countries in the nuclear arms race, and describes efforts taken to cease proliferation of such weapons.

Gives a brief description of the conflict in Bosnia, including several personal stories of tragedy told by the young people who lived through them.

Examines both sides of the debate over whether recreational hunting is a cruel practice or a legitimate sport, discussing such aspects as gun control, animal population control, and the traditional nature of the activity

Examines differing opinions on the topic of drug testing by employers, in schools, and in sports as a means of curbing drug abuse.

Covers the life and career of the U.S. Army five-star general from his early life in various military outposts to a career in two World Wars.

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An overview of the issues surrounding the debate over whether abortion should be permitted by law, and under what circumstances.

Presents an overview of Russia, covering its history, landscape, climate, people, government, economy, transportation system, education, healthcare, culture, religion, and recreation.

Examines cakes and muffins as food around the world, discussing how they are made and mass produced, their history, ingredients, and health aspects, and includes experiments and international recipes

Examines the geography, history, politics, economy, and culture of France, discussing topics including European Union membership, an aging population, and racial discrimination.

Examines the historical roots of modern American hate crimes, some of the people and groups that carry out such crimes, and what their motivations might be.