abortion

Set in rural Maine in the first half of the twentieth century, it tells the story of Dr. Wilbur Larch, an obstetrician and director of the orphanage in the town of St. Clouds and of his favorite orphan, Homer, who is never adopted.

The history of Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion in the United States, in given by the woman lawyer who argued the case.

Explores various issues of abortion, including the question of restricting it by time limit, who uses it and why, and what alternatives exist.

A young Swedish girl deliberates the pros and cons of having an abortion and finds it is a decision she must make alone.

Investigates the controversial issue of abortion, looks at its long history, and provides stories of women who have dealt with this difficult decision.

Presents an overview of the issues that surround the debate over abortion; and discusses both the pro-life and pro-choice views, the history, legality, and possible common ground on the issue.

Presents a collection of controversial essays that debate issues associated with teen pregnancy including sex education, contraceptives, parental consent for abortions, and abstinence.

Discusses the social causes of teen pregnancy, problems faced by pregnant teens and the alternatives available to them, the impact of parenthood on teens of both sexes, and approaches to the problem.

Presents opposing viewpoints on abortion, discussing such issues as morality, legality, restriction of abortion rights, and research using aborted fetal tissue.