Best Selling Books by David M. Haugen

Gays and lesbians are a marginalized segment of American society, and homophobia and violence remain real threats to those who live an openly gay lifestyle. Personally affected by this reality, contributors to this anthology discuss coming to terms with their own identity as a homosexual in a primarily heterosexual world.

This volume on welfare and the welfare system helps readers understand both sides to several topics. Readers will evaluate whether reform is working, and how it impacts single mothers and guardians. They will consider the roll of pro-marriage policies, and whether the system encourages dependence. They will evaluate whether illegal immigrants should be allowed access, and what other solutions may be more effective. After learning about these and several other positions, your reader will have a top notch understanding of the welfare system.

Presents a collection of essays exploring varying viewpoints on national security and the prevention of terrorism in the United States.

What is the relationship between media representations of violence and violence in the real world? Video games, television, and film depict complex scenes of violence that millions watch each day. Does this translate into an acceptance of violence? Or, worse, a willingness to perpetuate violence? Are some story elements too problematic for young audiences? Are networks marketing violence to teens and young adults? This anthology interrogates relevant questions related to media violence from diverse perspectives. Critical essays and articles help readers to understand the debate beyond the talking points in the news. Includes discussion of the juvenile literature industry; violence in rap music; and media violence as a health risk to adolescents.

This volume presents various opinions and viewpointsw on the issues surrounding epidemics and the appropriate response to those threats.

Provides an overview, chronology of events, glossary and annotated bibliography for disability rights in the United States.

From the Publisher''s Website: For 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 1960s, the "Fab Four" revolutionized the sound an appearance of rock and roll music. This anthology chronicles the rise and fall of rock music''s most famous band.

Discusses Saturn, its makeup, its moons, the composition of the planet through space missions and the use of telescopes.

The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial issue. Each volume covers both primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives-eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to further research.

Reflects the current scope of the debate on campaign finance for a range of elected positions.

A compendium of viewpoints--both pro and con--on several issues relating to immigration in American society.

Presents a collection of essays that cover varying opinions on China, covering such topics as its economy, its status as a military power, its lack of environmental protection for its resources, and its record on human rights.

From Booklist: "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, the selections-by experts, policy makers, and concerned citizens-include complete articles and speeches, long book excerpts, and occasional cartoons and boxed quotations-all up to date and fully documented. The editing is intelligent and unobtrusive, organizing the material around substantive issues within the general debate. Brief introductions to each section and to each reading focus the questions raised and offer no slick answers."

The potential of embryonic stem cell research to provide treatments for many serious and debilitating diseases has renewed the debate regarding the moral status of the human embryo. Charles Krauthammer, the National Institutes of Health, and others discuss the ethics of human embryo experimentation.

Article about what Video Games teach from 1992.

This volume explores the topics that relate to the country of Iran by presenting varied expert opinions that examine many of the different aspects that comprise the issues that relate to contemporary Iran. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. Allows the reader to attain the higher-level critical thinking and reading skills that are essential in a culture of diverse and contradictory opinions.

These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; This addition to the At Issue series discusses issues related to the world''s water supply. The title explores whether or not there is a looming global fresh water shortage, how desalination could be an answer to fresh water issues, how fresh water is seen; Greenhaven Press''s At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.

"Discussion of advantages and disadvantages associated with the use of coal as a source of energy."--From source other than the Library of Congress.

These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.;; Greenhaven Press''s At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.

This book is one volume of the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints Series developed by Greenhaven Press.

Explores whether or not the United States should do more to reduce economic inequality through wage regulation and tax reform. Examines policies such as affirmative action and reparations for minorities; and obstacles like the gender wage gap and the glass ceiling for women. Also looks at global policies that promote social justice, such as foreign aid and use of genetically modified crops to ease world hunger. --from publisher description.

Explores the advantages and risks of using hydrogen as a source of useful energy.

Popular culture-the common set of entertainment, arts, and customs shared by large segments of the population-both reflects and influences society''s values and beliefs. Popular music, fashions, movies, and other entertainment often encapsulate the attitudes of the mass culture. At the same time, they provide a powerful forum for the transmission of new ideas and passionate beliefs about social issues. Studying the evolution of pop culture thus allows students to better understand the social forces that have shaped-and continue to shape-America''s social and political landscape. Greenhaven Press''s Examining Pop Culture series provides students with the resources to begin exploring the complex role of pop culture as the expresser and shaper of cultural values and social institutions. Each volume in the series begins with an introductory essay, and the selections that follow offer a survey of critical thought about the subject. Because what is "popular" changes from year to year and even month to month, essays are intended to introduce readers to the major themes and issues associated with each topic. Each book contains a comprehensive index to help readers quickly locate material of interest, and each volume has an annotated bibliography to provide avenues for further research. Book jacket.

Describes the events leading to the 1929 stock market crash and the events and effects of the depression that followed, including the New Deal programs intended to restore the economy

This book provides critical analysis of the 1960s, discussing the baby boom generation that had been born in the years just after World War II and this generation''s music, politics, films, television, and antithetical association with the mainstream.

Presents a series of essays with varying viewpoints on the subject of education in the United States. Includes a list of organizations to contact.

Greenhaven Press''s At Issue Series Provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Each volume focuses on a specific issues and offers a variety of perspectives-eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper and magazine accounts, and many more-to illuminate the issue. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations point to sources for further research. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports. Book jacket.

Abortion has been a procedure that dates back to ancient times, laws regarding abortion are found as early as 1075 B.C. This volume explores both sides of the debate on the moral and social issues surrounding abortion. Is it immoral? Does it violate human rights? Can it be a form of genocide? Restrictions on abortion rights, such as parental consent laws and banning late-term abortions, are also discussed, as well as the impact of abortion on society and on women''s physical and emotional health.

Multiple viewpoints are presented on the topic of globalization.

Offers opposing viewpoints on issues associated with the Civil War including secession, slavery, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the President''s right to suspend civil liberties.

These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; This edition in the At Issue series offers readers a variety of articles that address the controversies surrounding American health care legislation. The title explores the impact of the 2010 health care reform law and the Individual Mandate Clause, the r; Greenhaven Press''s At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.

Overview: The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research.

Discusses conflicting opinions and viewpoints on issues concerning the Middle East.

Examines what motivates a terrorist, witnesses and survivors of terrorist activities, remembrance and retribution.

Fulfills the standards: "Historical Comprehension" and "Historical Analysis and Interpretation" from the National History Education standards for United States History, Grades 5-12.

Technology has loaded our lives with tons of things we love, but is it harming us or making our lives better? This book presents a sequence of for-or-against essays that debate several issues relating to technology and society. Across four chapters, readers will analyze what technology''s impact is on society, whether technology impacts education, whether the government should regulate technology, and whether future technology will improve humanity.