economic aspects

Discusses the role that science plays in facts that affect the economy around the world like transportation, the oil industry, and in natural disasters like the bird flu, hurricanes and global warming.

This book explores the topics of drought and crop failure throughout history and in modern times.

Presents viewpoints about democracy that is selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publications.

"Students interested in eco-technology learn what it takes to become young entrepreneurs in the industry. Successful inventors of environmental and "green" gadgets and products are spotlighted, and instructions are given to jumpstart ideas and business plans. Questions throughout the book challenge critical thinking"--.

Discusses the powerful presence of Internet-based social networking in our culture, including its economic impact and the controversy over online privacy.

Explores how the automotive industry in the United States has been affected by the economic crisis that began in 2007.

Examines the economic aspects of a video game, looking at costs for development, production, promotion, and distribution.

Examines the economic aspects of a rock concert, looking at costs for development, production, promotion, and distribution.

Discusses the problem that families are having living in America with the limited-options economy, focusing on financial issues, living conditions, and more.

"A journalist traces her 2009 immersion into the national food system to explore how working-class Americans can afford to eat as they should, describing how she worked as a farm laborer, Wal-Mart grocery clerk, and Applebee's expediter while living within the means of each job"--Provided by publisher.