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This book offers an in-depth examination of war as presented in Stephen Crane's novel The Red Badge of Courage, as well as contemporary perspectives on this issue. Discussions include the impact of combat trauma during the Civil War, the relationship between the Industrial Age and army combatants, the main character's motivations in going to war, and war as both a cultural construct and as part of human nature.

When Hamlet's father, the King of Denmark, dies suddenly, the country is thrown into confusion with no clear leadership. After his father's ghost reveals that he was poisoned by Hamlet's mother and uncle, Hamlet must grapple with the dissolution of a world he once trusted. This book examines the topic of corruption in Shakespeare's Hamlet through a series of essays that touch upon topics such as the symbolic role of sickness and disease, parallels between the politics in the play and Elizabethan England, how Claudius created generational disorder, and the relationship between corruption and inequality. Promoting cross-curricular study, the text also invites readers to engage with contemporary perspectives on modern-day corruption.

While some people may say advertising is dead, it's predicted that it will support over twenty three million jobs in the U.S. by 2019. That's far from dead. This compelling collection of essays helps readers understand various issues relating to advertising. Chapters address the impact of sexism in advertising and cause marketing, and the potential for exploitation of children. Readers will evaluate the rise in both spending and negativity in political ads and the potential for reform. Essays also examine the future of advertising with the use of new outlets like the internet and product placement.

Several articles discuss why some students perform well in school and why other do not.

The federal budget is in serious trouble and could leave the country vulnerable. If the U.S. goes into bankruptcy, foreign countries could gain political power by purchasing our debt. So goes a common critique from politicians worried about operating while in debt. Others feel that this focus on debt is a distraction from real economic problems such as the uneven distribution of wealth. This anthology looks at the nuances of the federal budget. Experts consider the causes of the deficit and the future prospects for recovery. Readers learn about abstract concepts of economics through easily-comprehensible examples from current events.

Despite a goal to separate church and state, peoples' religious beliefs always find a way into political discussion. This collection of essays gives readers a thorough understanding of how religion impacts politics. Essays debate whether Christian fundamentalism is ruining American freedom, whether pastors should be allowed to endorse candidates, and whether religion can bring peace and justice.

While immense strides have been made to combat HIV in recent years, AIDS-related deaths remain a reality in many developing countries. Readers hoping to understand the challenges of this ongoing medical crisis will find a wealth of knowledge in this book compiled by editor Noël Merino. Diversified perspectives on issues such as prevention strategies, medical funding, and treatment plans provide a well-balanced view of the many options and predicaments facing developing communities and health workers today.

Is Iran a global security threat? Has their government interfered with American efforts to establish democracy in Iraq? Is Iran's nuclear program a threat to Israel? Is diplomacy or military force the best way to deal with Iran? Experts weigh in on this thorny topic by interpreting key ideas and details. Readers benefit from nuanced arguments from conflicting perspectives that add much-needed context to current events.

Should the auto industry or large banks be rescued when they engage in practices that lead them into bankruptcy? Will the collapse of one sector lead to the collapse of others? If the government can spend billions bailing out banks or auto companies, why don't they do the same for the millions of college students or homeowners who suffer from debt as a result of the financial sector's predatory practices? This anthology analyzes these and other questions relevant to federal bailouts. Readers will gain a broad understanding of the conflicting sides of this debate in accessible essays. Writers include Nancy Rapport, Paul Krugman, and Matthew Rothschild.

Editor Susan C. Hunnicutt has compiled several essays that debate various issues on health care. Readers will explore whether or not the U.S. health care system is failing, and the potential impacts of trying to make changes. Readers are offered differing views on health care access as a moral issue. This volume looks at the relative success of universal health care in other countries, as well as possible steps toward achieving universal health care in America.

A collection of essays reflecting on Thoreau's environmental message and how it continues to influence modern opinion.

At the height of the war in Afghanistan, more than 100,000 U.S. troops were posted in the country. This anthology contains a collection of essays that present contrasting viewpoints on the U.S. military presence in Afghanistan. Disparate views of complex issues are encapsulated into a question-and-response format. By understanding and evaluating different opinions, readers can attain a complete and balanced knowledge of the subject. Important facts, perfect for report writing, are dispersed throughout in eye-catching boxed insets.

The increasing volatility in American politics often leads many people to wonder if the two-party system is still a viable, and healthy, part of the political process. Directly supporting key Social Studies curriculum and political science studies, this informative anthology tackles the many questions related to the two-party system in America. Readers are presented with essays and articles that expand upon topics such as third-party campaigns, the electoral college, and gerrymandering.

To what degree is privatized foster care increasing? Do schools take enough initiative to meet the educational needs of foster children? Do group homes help at-risk youth? This anthology asks tough questions about the various aspects of foster care. Includes primary and secondary sources. Debate essays include why children are in foster care to begin with, how group homes impact children, whether families should foster or adopt outside of their ethnicity, and the steps schools should take in making sure that foster children receive a great education.

The United States seems enmeshed in the Middle East permanently, with the reason for involvement changing year after year. However, this is not the only way to look at U.S. involvement. This anthology interrogates this question and others from diverse and conflicting perspectives, helping readers to understand the key issues and ideas underpinning U.S. policy in the Middle East. This reading and analysis ties into Social Studies curriculum.

Can religion play a role in abolishing slavery today? Has economic development caused slavery, or conversely, can it help to defeat slavery? How pervasive is human trafficking in the United States, and in the world? This informative anthology asks tough questions about slavery today. Readers are presented with a diverse set of opinions and perspectives on the topic.

Humanity faces grave challenges in this century such as nuclear proliferation, global hunger, overpopulation, the finite supply of oil, and global warming, just to name a few. This anthology thoroughly analyzes these subjects by presenting contrasting perspectives. Readers gain a more comprehensive understanding of the key ideas and stakes in each of these topics. Discussions are grounded in real life events.

Adolescence and coming of age are explored through the work of Romeo and Juliet with a variety of perspectives presented.

It is very infrequent that activity of the North and South Pole makes the news, but these two areas are an essential part of life on our planet. Editor Diane Andrews Henningfeld has compiled fascinating essays that debate four topics relating to the poles. Readers will experience a sequence of for-or-against essays about who should govern the poles, how climate change impacts both poles, whether natural resources should be developed, and what role tourism should play in the North and South Poles.

Editor N. Merino tackles the topic of racism, with this carefully curated collection of essays that answer pointed questions. Topics debated are whether racism is a serious problem, whether it is institutionalized in society and culture, whether affirmative action is effective against racism, and what should be done about racism.