New Releases by David M. Haugen

This volume examines varying opinions on the effect of video games, particularly on children.

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.

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.

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.

Presents a collection of fourteen essays that discuss individual perspectives on the subject of suicide from suicide survivors and therapists.

Provides an overview of types of American gambling regulated by federal and state legislation, including lotteries, horse racing, and casinos, and presents related study commission reports, statistics, and excerpted acts.

Today''s global economy cannot ignore what is known as a Third World country any longer as global citizens are asking for everyone to have the same liberties and resources as everyone else. Arm your readers with well-balanced opinions that they will form after weighing opposing viewpoints on issues about the Third World. Across four chapters, readers will evaluate the problems that the Third World faces, the impact of globalization, the state of democracy in the Third World, and whether the United States should assist Third World countries. Essay sources include the United Nations Population Fund, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and the World Bank.

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.

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

Explores adoption through essays written by adoptive parents, children who have been adopted, and parents who have given their children up for adoption.

Though stories of the Mafia''s allure and power still pervade television and film, the criminal organization has shrunk considerably since the 1980s under a barrage of arrests and federal prosecutions. This anthology examines whether the Mafia is still a potent criminal force in America.

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.

Discusses issues surrounding poverty in the United States.

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.

Reported incidents of violence between domestic partners has decreased in recent years, but the problem remains a serious issue for society as well as those who still live in abusive relationships. This volume examines the prevalence of domestic violence in America, its causes, and its remedies.

In addition to being a contest of arms, the U.S. Revolutionary War was a battle of words from which came many important documents, such as the Declaration of Independence and "Common Sense" by Thomas Paine, portions of ten of which are presented here.

Step into a world of scandal, intrigue, and enthralling passion as New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh sweeps us into the lives of an extraordinary family: the Huxtables. Margaret, the eldest, embarks on the most risqué adventure of her life and agrees to marry the most notorious man in London...Only desperation could bring Duncan Pennethorne, the infamous Earl of Sheringford, back home after the spectacular scandal that had shocked even the jaded ton. Forced to wed in fifteen days or be cut off without a penny, Duncan chooses the one woman in London in frantic need of a husband. A lie to an old flame forces Margaret Huxtable to accept the irresistible stranger''s offer. But once she discovers who he really is, it''s too late - she''s already betrothed to the wickedly sensual rakehell. Quickly she issues an ultimatum: If Duncan wants her, he must woo her. And as passion slowly ignites, two people marrying for all the wrong reasons are discovering the joys of seduction - and awaiting the exquisite pleasure of what comes after...

Discusses the planet Venus, its relationship in the solar system, its geography, its phases, and its scientific interest

Discusses the planet Jupiter including its discovery by Galileo, its location in the solar system, its composition and appearance, its many moons, and NASA''s efforts to study it

Discusses the sun and its function in our solar system, including its visible features and the importance of the sun''s energy

Distant and captivating, the planets and other astronomical wonders have intrigued human beings from ancient to modern times. "Eyes on the Sky mines the vast body of knowledge available today to present young readers with a vivid of sense of what is known and yet to be discovered about the wonders of the universe. Each volume includes full-color photographs, a glossary, and bibliography. Clear and compelling narrative makes these volumes ideal learning tools for young readers.

Explains the Earth''s position in the solar system and how life on Earth is affected by atmosphere, gravity, weather and the environment in general.

Presents conflicting views concerning various aspects of chemical and biological warfare.

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

Despite a recent decline in the number of animals being used in research, the debate continues over whether it is ethical and necessary to use animals for science and product testing. Supporters argue that continuing animal research is necessary to protect humans from disease and dangerous products, while opponents believe that animal research is ethically wrong and the scientific results are often not applicable to humans.

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.