Books with title Before the Internet

Sunni Sullivan finds sanctuary from her abusive home life in beautiful New Orleans. Staying with her aunt Glenda, Sunni is about to discover family secrets and buried lies, and a power within herself that she never imagined possible. Suddenly immersed in the magical world of the Conjurors, teenagers are going missing, and Sunni's appearance in New Orleans makes her suspect.Bram Kelly, a fairy changeling adopted into the Conjuror world, is convinced that Sunni is the root of their problems. He knows the legend and curse Sunni's mother carries, and he more than anyone is determined to prove that she is the poison contaminating their community. But as danger mounts, Bram finds that the person he trusts the least is actually the person he should trust the most.Deeply rooted in the French roots of New Orleans, The Before will take you on a journey through the Crescent City, where three centuries of magic and legends come to life. Nothing and no one are as they seem. From the Dame Blanche to the elusive Woodwose, Sunni Sullivan will be in for the fight of her life. Truths will be revealed, and sparks will fly...

A decade after a man-made virus has swept through the planet, scattered groups of desperate survivors cling to survival.A virus which was heralded as the savior of humanity turned on its creators, devastating much of civilization, forcing those that survived to return to the ways of their forefathers.One small group of survivors battle not only the elements but also other dangerous survivor’s intent on taking what they have, by any means necessary. As winter approaches, Dillon and Matt will do whatever it takes to ensure that their family and friends make it through.Caught between armed groups intent on carving out their own pieces of territory from the chaos, Dillon races against time to prevent the unthinkable from happening.The Before is a fast-paced, action-fueled race against time, set in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a deadly virus.

Opposing Viewpoints SeriesFor over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing world.

In the past fifteen years the Internet has revolutionised the way we communicate and share information, but there are also many online dangers to trap an unwary user. What impact has the Internet had on our lives? Do the dangers of the Internet outweigh its benefits? How can we protect ourselves from identity theft, viruses and Internet predators? This book looks at Internet trends and online risks. The information comes from a variety of sources, including government reports and statistics, newspapers and magazine articles, surveys and polls, academic research and literature from charities and lobby groups; articles have been tailored to an 11 to 14 age group. Additionally, at the end of each chapter are two pages of activities relating to the articles and issues raised in that chapter.

Sunni Sullivan finds sanctuary from her abusive home life in beautiful New Orleans. Staying with her aunt Glenda, Sunni is about to discover family secrets and buried lies, and a power within herself that she never imagined possible. Suddenly immersed in the magical world of the Conjurors, teenagers are going missing, and Sunni's appearance in New Orleans makes her suspect.Bram Kelly, a fairy changeling adopted into the Conjuror world, is convinced that Sunni is the root of their problems. He knows the legend and curse Sunni's mother carries, and he more than anyone is determined to prove that she is the poison contaminating their community. But as danger mounts, Bram finds that the person he trusts the least is actually the person he should trust the most.Deeply rooted in the French roots of New Orleans, The Before will take you on a journey through the Crescent City, where three centuries of magic and legends come to life. Nothing and no one are as they seem. From the Dame Blanche to the elusive Woodwose, Sunni Sullivan will be in for the fight of her life. Truths will be revealed, and sparks will fly...

Opposing Viewpoints SeriesFor over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing world.