Nelson, Sheila

The United Nations (UN) has had much success in helping free territories from the control of colonial powers. When the UN was founded in 1945, parts of Africa and Southeast Asia and many Pacific Islands fell under the category of Non-Self-Governing Territories. By 2005, more than 80 of these territories had become self-governing.

The books in this series discuss the effects of different aspects of society on the HIV/AIDS pandemic.

Examines the history of hallucinogenic drugs, how they are made or obtained, and the adverse affects they have on the human body, and offers advice on keeping clear of all such drugs.

Presents a short history of Canada from 1910 to 1929, and describes the nation's participation in World War One and how Canada grew stronger as a result of the war, Canadian labor and women's movements, and much more.

Examines the formation and development of international law and the challenges faced by those trying to enforce the decisions set down by the UN's International Court of Justice.

Describes how globalization affects the environment, economy, and religion; and examines the role that the United Nations plays in international affairs.

Examines the issues effecting Canadian society since 1984 including the economic relationship with the United States, the issue of Quebec sovereignty, UN peacekeeping missions, the creation of the Inuit territory of Nunavut, and their response to the September 11th terrorist attacks in the U.S.

Chronicles the history and events that took place in Canada between 1960 and 1984 including Quebec's fight to become independent from Canada, 1967 World's Fair, the adoption of the Canadian flag, and more.