famines

Examines the causes and effects of droughts, famine, and plagues and offers ways to reduce their impact upon certain societies.

In a time of winter famine, the People tell the legend of Jackaroo, a masked outlaw who comes at night to aid the destitute and helpless, and sixteen-year-old Gwyn, the innkeeper's daughter, begins a quest to find the truth behind the legend--or maybe start a legend of her own.

Describes the famine that took place in Ukraine between 1921 and 1923, examining the political aspects behind the famine, and detailing the causes and outcome.

Traces the history of Ethiopia from ancient times to the present and examines some of the reasons for the devastating famines and wars that have kept this nation in the headlines.

Traces the history of famine, examining causes and consequences from incidents that took place in ancient Egypt to the Nigerian famine in 2005, and also discusses the many ways humans influence the food market and global disaster relief.

Describes the characteristics of droughts and famines, offers insight into the experiences of various children who have survived these hazardous living conditions, and identifies areas of devastation on maps.

The plight of the Irish and their relationship with Britain around the time of the potato famine is described.

Examines the links between climate and culture by looking at the long-term effects of El Nino on weather patterns over the past five millennia and studying the impact on human civilization during that time.