Marcovitz, Hal

This book describes the ratification of the U.S. Constitution in 1788 which played a seminal role in the founding of the new nation and continues to guide and shape modern life in the United States.

Through careful explanations and insightful analysis, readers will learn about the e-book device's development, how it works, its impact on society and likely future uses.

Explores the role of race in the lives of young people.

Examines the changing attitudes of teenagers toward contraception, abstinence, sexually transmitted diseases, media influences, and other issues involving young people and sex.

This book traces the historical spread of Islam throughout Africa. It also examines current issues and controversies surrounding the Muslim faith in Africa, including fundamentalist interpretations of Islam, efforts to impose Islamic law in countries with mixed Muslim and non-Muslim populations, and religious-based violence.

Examines the opportunities which teenagers have for volunteering, and explores the controversial issue of school-mandated community service programs which are required for graduation.

Explores fossil fuels and its future as renewable energy.

Examines the revolutionary wave of demonstrations and protests (both non-violent and violent), riots, and civil wars in the Arab world that began on December 18, 2010.

Examines the rising acceptance of homosexuality by the nation's youth and the effect that movies, television, and landmark legal cases have had on this growing tolerance.

Uses data from the Gallup Youth Survey and other sources to examine the issue of teen family relationships in the twenty-first century.