Essential issues

This book discusses issues relating to arms trade, such as unregulated arms trade, governments spending money on weaponry and neglecting socioeconomic issues, and the lack of international law on arms trade.

Discusses the origin and evolution of life on Earth, the effects of pollution and its relation to climate change, the importance of biodiversity, and the need to save endangered and threatened species.

An overview of the history and controversies caused by Mexican drug cartels, tracing the history of the cartels and organized crime along the border between Mexico and the United States, discussing the kidnappings, murders, and corruption, and describing the response efforts of the Mexican and American governments.

Offers factual information about children's rights, providing a brief history of child labor; discussing the rights of teens in the United States, trafficking, and child soldiers; addressing the experiences of children who are forced to marry or are sexually abused; and exploring possible solutions to the problems.

Explores the extent to which human trafficking exists in the modern world and outlines the various trafficking and slave systems employed by various cultures and organizations. Examines what is being done to combat human trafficking around the world and includes full-color photographs, a glossary, a timeline, and further reading sources.

An overview of the issue of poverty. Discusses the root causes of poverty and its impact on homelessness, education, and health. Also describes society's attempts to deal with poverty. Includes a timeline and a glossary.

An examination of homelessness in the United States that discusses responses to it, causes, health care, shelter, prevention, and other issues.