Allen, John

Looks at the causes of the rising numbers of mentally ill homeless people in America and at the new approaches to low-cost housing and urban treatment centers.

"Research shows that gun-related injuries and deaths are on the rise in the United States. Despite new gun-control laws, gun violence continues to plague many areas in the United States. Preliminary figures for gun deaths in 2023 indicate the final total will once more exceed thirty-nine thousand, a level that has consistently been reached since 2014"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the pros and cons of gun control laws in the United States and their impact on gun violence.

This book takes a critical look at vaping and its impact on public health.

Explores the history of Russia, from the break up of the Soviet Union to the early twenty-first century.

Through narrative supported by quotes, this title begins with a brief history of ancient China and then examines questions such as: How Important Was the Great Wall in the Development of Ancient Chinese Civilization?, What Effect Did Confucianism Have on the Chinese Moral and Political Outlook?, How Did the Chinese Invention of Gunpowder Affect Warfare in the World?, and How Did the Silk Road Link China with the Rest of the World?.

"Social media platforms have become highly sophisticated in helping users make connections online. These connections can be positive experiences or can be negative and detrimental. Users need to be informed of the good and the bad of social media use"--Provided by publisher.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the intelligence of machines or software, as opposed to the intelligence of humans. AI might someday become valued assistants in hospitals, medical clinics, law offices, science labs, military bases, and anywhere else where rapid data analysis is key. While AI is still a developing technology, there are concerns as well as excitement surrounding it.

"From the beginning Trump's presidency has been marked by combativeness and chaos. Despite the turmoil and missteps, President Trump has also presided over solid accomplishments. With his boasts, taunts, and impulsive behavior, Trump will always be a divisive president"--Provided by publisher.

"Musk's sometimes frenzied activity is a product of his intense curiosity about the world. Since boyhood he has developed an engineer's fascination with how things work--and how they could be made to work better"--Provided by publisher.