Abramovitz, Melissa

"Debates about animal rights affect industries as diverse as entertainment, biomedical research, and food. Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations this title examines issues related to animal rights debates"--Amazon.com.

"As cyberattacks on computers and other digital devices have proliferated worldwide, so too has the need for cybersecurity analysts. Incidents of hacking and data theft have created higher demand than ever for these professionals. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders"--Amazon.com.

"Covers the history of crimes motivated by prejudice, examples of such incidents in the headlines today, and the ways in which communities are responding to these vicious acts"--Amazon.com.

Digital technologies that utilize the Internet have made communicating and finding information fast and simple, but this very convenience has also made it easy for online predators to target and prey on Internet users. Various types of online sexual, financial, identity theft, and cyberbullying predators, along with the methods they employ, the effects on their victims, efforts to contain these illegal activities, and associated controversies are discussed.

The US Special Forces offer a wide array of career opportunities. Comments from men who have served in Special Forces, current statistics and forecasts, and realistic descriptions provide a useful look at Special Forces jobs ranging from Army Green Berets to Navy SEALs to Marine Scout Snipers.

Discusses advances in neuroscience, from brain-to-brain communication systems to thought-controlled limbs and brain-mapping technologies.

Simple text and color photographs present record-breaking facts featuring geography topics. Recounts details about the world's smallest map, first city, and smallest country. Includes a glossary and sources of further information.

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe eight different vehicles used by military personnel"--.

"This title in Lucent's Diseases and Disorders series discusses the illness known as meningitis. The book gives details on the symptoms of the disease, how it is contracted, known treatments as well as possible new treatments, and how the disease may be prevented. The title also includes an annotated bibliography and a list of organizations that can be contacted for support"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles six of the world's deadliest sharks, including how they hunt, what they eat, where they live, and the role they play in maintaining nature's balance.