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Civil Rights Struggles Around the World

At certain moments in the struggle to achieve civil rights, an iconic gesture or event can galvanize a people to make a leap toward their goal. This series begins with just such gestures or events. whether they are something as simple as gathering salt or sitting at a lunch counter. Each book then elaborates on that gesture, bringing the focus to the big picture of the struggle, including those who were the struggle's main players, what they eventually achieved, and what their enduring legacy ha

Civil War (Curriculum Connections)

This series sets the stage for relevant smart information for high school students. Very in-depth, and with alphabetically arranged readings covering subjects student will find very useful. These books offer fact boxes that identify test points for easy review as well as comprehensive timelines and primary sources.

Classic Stories in World Mythology

Societies around the globe have produced an astounding array of captivating myths that continue to fascinate and entertain members of each new generation. Among the best-known of these stories are those that tell how Earth and humans came to be; how the gods fought destructive wars in the heavens; and how stalwart human heroes fought dragons, one-eyed giants, demons, and other monstrous creatures. Classic tales from Greece, Rome, Scandinavia, Egypt, China, India, Central America, and elsewhere a

Climate Change Impact

Using concrete examples, relevant facts, and expert commentary, books in this series explore the consequences of climate change. The series examines what changes are taking place (along with where, how, and why); what these changes mean for people, wildlife, and the planet overall; and efforts to address these issues.

Climate Crisis: Our Planet in Peril

As a result of human activities, including the large-scale burning of oil and other fossil fuels, the planet’s atmosphere and oceans are steadily growing warmer. This is causing, and will continue to cause in the future, serious consequences for human civilization. These threats include larger and more powerful hurricanes; massive floods, droughts, and wildfires; and desperate migrations of displaced peoples.

Cold Girls

Collateral Damage: The Mental Health Effects of the Pandemic

As the coronavirus pandemic spread worldwide in 2020 and 2021, countries implemented various public health measures to slow the spread of the highly contagious virus. While these measures may have helped lessen infections, mental health experts warned of another looming crisis û the pandemic's mental health fallout. Throughout the pandemic, people have struggled with isolation, loss of income, grief, and fear, all of which have harmed mental health.

Collective Biographies

The life stories of individuals who have distinguished themselves in music, art, literature, business, politics, science, and more can be found in the volumes that make up the Collective Biographies series. Each volume profiles the lives of six individualsùfrom childhood to the struggles and achievements that have brought them acclaim or notoriety. Humanizing details help present a vivid portrait of each person's life and accomplishments. Sidebars and fully documented quotes add depth and insigh

Compact Research: Addictions

The Addictions set examines the risks and challenges of addiction. Books cover a variety of topics, from synthetic drugs and heroin to gambling and Internet addiction. The user-friendly format of the series includes clear, objective overviews; carefully selected and cited primary sources; and informative colour statistical illustrations that support in-depth research or quick reference.

Compact Research: Current Issues

The Compact Research: Current Issues series is a new approach to current issue research. Clearly written overviews, carefully selected and cited primary sources, and informative full-colour statistical illustrations are intelligently organized and integrated making the series useful for in-depth research or quick reference.