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Getting the Message

This examination of media and culture describes how media have developed through history and how media have molded public opinion. Sidebars offer insider points of view about ethical dilemmas such as spin control and product placement. The series also summarizes today’s provocative issues and discusses how the media is forming these debates, while asking questions of readers to help them develop informed opinions.

Ghost Tales and Hauntings

Stories of ghosts and spirits have been around in history and legend for millennia. These apparitions take many forms, from glowing lights and shadowy specters to phantom ships that ply the world's oceans. For believers and skeptics alike, ghosts can inspire curiosity about the possibilities of what may lie beyond this earthly life.

Giants of Rap and Hip-Hop

They come from different parts of the country and from different backgrounds. What these artists share is talent (they’ve all topped the charts); grit (they’ve worked hard to get there); and desire to make music that speaks to, for, and about the people and the world around them. The Giants of Rap and Hip-Hop series explores early life, the ups and downs of the artist’s life and career, major influences, and new directions. Fully documented quotes, from the artists and from the people who know t

Girl and the Grove, The

Teenager Leila's life is full of challenges. From bouncing around the foster care system to living with seasonal affective disorder and vitiligo, she's never had an easy road. Leila keeps herself busy with her passion for environmental advocacy, monitoring the Urban Ecovists message board and joining a local environmental club with her best friend Sarika. And now that Leila has finally been adopted, she dares to hope her life will improve.

Global Viewpoints

As technology makes the world more accessible, students need exposure to social, political, environmental, and health issues of global significance. Each anthology delivers contemporary views on the featured issue with much of the material reflecting stances of countries other than the United States. Primary sources, including speeches and government documents, join essays from international magazines and news sources for a truly panoramic view.

Gods of World Mythology

Certain universal themes run throughout mythologies of the many and diverse peoples of the past. Each pantheon of deities has at least one creator god, for instance. Gods of justice, war, and love are also common. Gods of World Mythology explores some of the leading gods of the Greeks, Romans, Norse, Hindus, Chinese, Aztecs, and Igbo.

Golden Boys: The Winnipeg Falcons of 1920  

In 1920, hockey teams across Canada played for the privilege to represent their country at the Olympics. In the end, one team remained standing the Winnipeg Falcons, a small group of unknown superstars. Comprised of players of Icelandic descent, the Falcons experienced considerable prejudice from the other Canadian hockey teams, yet easily defeated them before going on to compete in the Olympics. Overseas, their incredible talents were finally recognized when the Falcons made Canada the first co

Goth Girl, Queen of the Universe

Bounced between foster homes since the age of seven, Jessica knows better than to set down roots. Most of the kids at her new Michigan high school think she’s a witch anyway (because, you know, goth). The only one who gives her the time of day is geeky Oscar, who wants to recruit her fashion skills for his amateur cosplay group. But Jess is fine showing off her looks to her Insta fans-until a woman claiming to be her biological mother barges into her DMs.

Great American Entrepreneurs

This inspiring series profiles American history's most innovative and influential businesspeople. Each book pays special attention to the social, economic, or political influences they have had on both their contemporary world and our modern society. Complete with compelling Side Bars, vivid images, and engaging narratives, this series showcases and celebrates America's most formative entrepreneurs.

Great Canadian Battles: Heroism and Courage Through the Years