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USA TODAY's Debate: Voices and Perspectives

Geared toward high school readers, each book in this series introduces a controversial, compelling social issue. Authors present objective, balanced viewpoints using unbiased language and tone. Opposing viewpoints are given equal time and attention and are reinforced with quotes, statistics, graphs, and charts where appropriate. Developed in partnership with USA TODAY.

Vaccine Wars: When Science and Politics Collide

Vaccines have been one of the most important public health breakthroughs of the last century. Yet despite their ability to save lives, vaccines have become the objects of fear-mongering and fake science. From the groundbreaking polio vaccine to the COVID-19 vaccines produced in record time, Vaccine Wars: When Science and Politics Collide examines why these remarkably successful drugs remain so controversial.

Vampire Library, The

The Vampire Library examines the world of vampires from a variety of perspectives including history, contemporary life, literature, and film. Lively narrative, personal accounts from the past and present, and strange facts will appeal to casual readers and student researchers alike.

Vaping: Considering the Risks

Vaping has been promoted as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes, yet e-cigarettes are far from safe. This book explores the addictive nature of vaping and the health dangers e-cigarettes pose to teens. It examines the evolution of vaping and the tactics used to circumvent regulations and keep vapes on the market. It provides information for teens who need to think critically about these products and how they impact their health.

Video Games and Society

Advances in video game technology have fueled a growing appetite for video games of all sorts. Gaming at its core is a form of entertainment but for some it has also become an obsession. Video Games and Society explores the highs and lows of this most ubiquitous technology—how video games have influenced people and daily life.

View From Who I Was, The

On a cold Colorado night, Oona Antunes leaves Crystal High's Winter Formal, walks deep into the woods, and lies down in the snow to die. She awakens in the hospital, suffering the effects of frostbite and hypothermia. But her physical injuries aren't nearly as painful as the wound she can't name, the one she feels cutting deep into the core of who she is. While recovering from her suicide attempt, Oona discovers that the roots of her problems go beyond herself. To fully understand what happened

Viewpoints on Modern World History

Viewpoints on Modern World History offers a fresh look from multiple perspectives at momentous historical periods and events. Essays are compiled from a variety of international sources and are edited to provide context for readers unfamiliar with the history under examination. Each volume promotes critical thinking skills, supports debate assignments, increases global awareness, and enhances the understanding of international perspectives.

Vinyl Underground, The

A Vietnam-era Breakfast Club bonds over music and their distaste for the Vietnam War and decides to take a stand against the US government and the violent racism in their own town.

Visual Geography

This highly acclaimed series reveals the history and government, economy, people, geography, and cultural life of countries around the world. With comprehensive text, beautiful, crisp photography and intriguing sidebars, these colourful editions take a look at how key events helped to shape various nations.

Vladimir Putin: Russia’s Autocratic Ruler

For more than two decades, Vladimir Putin, the president of the Russian Federation, has nurtured his goal of restoring Russia’s global power and influence. A longtime opponent of the West, he has mouthed support for democracy while at the same time ruling Russia with an iron fist. And then, in early 2022, Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine. His willingness to use crushing violence against his supposed enemies-including even threats of nuclear strikes-makes him one of the most dangerous leader