Books with title World Poverty

This title looks at the extremes of wealth and poverty around the world and why they have developed. It considers the main areas of debate about poverty, such as the roles of aid and education. The book then explores the arguments made by both sides in the poverty debate and what is being done about the issue. Finally, you can find out what you can do to get more involved in helping to relieve world poverty.

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series 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 publications.; This title in the Opposing Viewpoints series explores issues related to poverty. Article topics include whether or not poverty is a serious problem in America, the causes of poverty in the United States, and ways to reduce poverty in the U.S. and abroad.; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model…not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th

This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions.; Articles included in this new addition to the Global Viewpoints series explore the issue of poverty around the world, as well as the impact of the global recession on poverty-related issues. Topics covered include poverty’s rise and decline in specific countries, such as China, South Asia, Latin America, and the United States, the causes of poverty around the world, and the efforts to end poverty, from foreign aid to rapid growth.; By illuminating the complexities and interrelations of the global community, this excellent resource helps students and other researchers enhance their global awareness. Each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions selected from a diverse range of international sources, including journals, magazines, newspapers, nonfiction books, speeches, government documents, organization newsletters, and position papers. These books contain an annotated table of contents; locator maps, to help readers place countries or areas covered in the essays; “for further discussion” questions; a worldwide list of organizations to contact; bibliographies of books and periodicals; and a subject index.

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series 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 publications.; This title in the Opposing Viewpoints series explores issues related to poverty. Article topics include whether or not poverty is a serious problem in America, the causes of poverty in the United States, and ways to reduce poverty in the U.S. and abroad.; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model…not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th

This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions.; Articles included in this new addition to the Global Viewpoints series explore the issue of poverty around the world, as well as the impact of the global recession on poverty-related issues. Topics covered include poverty's rise and decline in specific co; By illuminating the complexities and interrelations of the global community, this excellent resource helps students and other researchers enhance their global awareness. Each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a pan