social change

This comprehensive volume traces the evolution of Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, from their earliest civilizations to the present day.

This comprehensive volume traces the evolution of Austria, Croatia, and Slovenia, from their earliest civilizations to the present day.

Describes the impact of Charles Darwin's scientific writings on the intellectual life of the late nineteenth century, and discusses the use of such Darwinian ideas as "natural selection" and "survival of the fittest," to justify conservative resistance to government efforts to relieve inequality during that period.

Examines the role of change in contemporary society, touching on trends in education, technology, the arts, and interpersonal relations, and explores what these changes hold for the future.

Examines the roles that women of the Middle Ages played in family and public life, religion, the arts, and in political and economic development.

Presents a comprehensive historical narrative that describes how and why ancient civilizations such as the Anasazi, Maya, and the Polynesian culture on Easter Island failed and fell into ruin and examines how lessons learned from the past can help in preserving the future.

Describes fifty-two activities and ideas to make a difference every Monday of the calendar year, including tips and instructions to prepare for an emergency, rideshare, donate books, plant a tree, get tested, mentor a child, and more. Includes a CD-ROM.

Nobel Prize winning reporter Joel Brinkley illuminates the country, its people, and the deep historical roots of its modern-day behavior.

Identifies over seventy trends in religion, leisure, politics, and family life which have an influence on American society, such as people continuing to work after retirement, teens knitting, women driving technology, fathers spending more time with the children, and more.