Most Popular Books by David M. Haugen

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.

A collection of essays presents diverse viewpoints on genetic engineering, examining its claims to improve food, farming, and the treatment of disease in humans, and analyzing how governments should respond to the new technology.

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

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

Discusses the connection between media advertising and teenage behavior, including using advertising to prevent unwanted behavior, the effectiveness of marketing, and the issues behind military marketing.

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.

It is generally acknowledged that media violence has negative effects, but chapter one allows your readers to decide for themselves whether it''s a real problem. Is the Internet a new medium for violence? What are the effects of violence and suffering in news media reporting? How should media violence be regulated? Three more chapters debate these three queries, with several compelling essays that present more than one viewpoint. Readers will be able to develop intelligent opinions on topics such as video games, cyberbullying, and terrorism in relation to media violence.

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.

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 essays that cover varying opinions on the subject of allowing oil drilling in Alaska''s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

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.

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.; Title explores issues related to eliminating the federal income tax including, the adoption of a flat tax; the adoption of a tax based on consumption; and corporate income taxes.; 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.

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.

Discusses how war is presented in the novel The red badge of courage, and the American experience of war in general.

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...

Immigration laws are designed to manage immigrant populations, reassert a nations boundaries, and help define what it means to be a citizen of a given countryand all of this is meant to be carried out humanely and without discrimination. But some argue that these protections are not enough to guarantee the welfare and human rights of immigrants who enter the country illegally. Those rights, and whether they are being violated, are among the topics examined.

Discusses issues surrounding poverty in the United States.

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.