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  • At Issue Series - Creationism versus Evolution

    Eric Braun

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, April 22, 2005)
    Where did humans come from and how do we teach our children about it? The battle over this element of classroom curricula has been a particularly contentious debate. Today, a faction of creationism known as Intelligent Design has raised the stakes even further, claiming to have scientific proof that life was created by an intelligent designer. Creationism versus Evolution examines the debate as it has unfolded in recent years.

  • Biological and Chemical Weapons

    Stuart A. Kallen

    Paperback (Greenhaven, Sept. 2, 2005)
    Presents a collection of essays that cover varying opinions on the subject of biological and chemical weapons.

  • The Ethics of Abortion

    Christine Watkins

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, July 12, 2005)
    Essays discuss varying opinions on the subject of abortion, covering such topics as a woman's right to an abortion, access to RU-486, the legality of partial-birth abortions, and what to do about genetic abnormality.

  • The Deep State

    Rita Santos

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Publishing, Aug. 15, 2018)
    "It used to be that deep state was a shadowy term used to describe developing nations whose governments operated outside of democratically elected leaders. The term has evolved and has been applied to transparent countries such as the United States. What is the deep state and how does it apply to the United States and other democratic governments? This fascinating and informative volume presents a variety of perspectives that helps readers to decide whether a deep state is something to fear or simply a conspiracy theory."--

  • Are Athletes Good Role Models?

    Geoff Griffin

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, May 5, 2006)
    Essays offer various opinions on the social role of athletes.

  • Does the World Hate the U.S.?

    Roman Espejo

    Hardcover (Greenhaven, Sept. 5, 2008)
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  • At Issue Series - Home Schooling

    Cindy Mur

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Nov. 15, 2002)
    An increasing number of parents have begun teaching their children at home in recent years. In this anthology, authors debate the effects of this alternative form of education on the academic, social, and family lives of young people.

  • Should Drilling Be Permitted In The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge?

    David M. Haugen

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, April 30, 2008)
    Books in this anthology series focus a wide range of viewpoints onto a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by a variety of primary and secondary sources, including eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials, and others.

  • At Issue Series - Should Juveniles Be Tried as Adults?

    Judy Layzell

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Nov. 24, 2004)
    When youths under eighteen commit violent and certain other crimes, in most states they may be referred to the adult court system. In this collection writers examine moral, legal, developmental and social issues that help answer the question, should juveniles be tried as adults?

  • At Issue Series - Date Rape

    James Haley

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, June 11, 2003)
    Date rape emerged as a controversial issue on college campuses in the late 1980s after a widely publicized study revealed that large numbers of college women had been coerced, either through physical force or psychological pressure, into having sex against their will. Questions of consent --does no really mean no? And whether the definition of rape should be broadened to include incidents where no force is used are debated and discussed in this anthology.

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

    John Boaz

    Paperback (Greenhaven, April 30, 2004)
    Presents articles that argue for and against various topics concerning the Israel-Palestinian Conflict, including whether U.S. aid to Israel is helping or worsening the conflict.

  • At Issue Series - Fast Food

    Tracy Brown Collins

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Nov. 19, 2004)
    Nearly two out of every three Americans are overweight or obese, and one out of eight deaths in America is caused by obesity-related illnesses. Many Americans blame the fast food industry in part for the nation's obesity problem. Others believe it is up to individuals to make the right choices for a healthy lifestyle. This anthology explores the various aspects of the fast food debate.