politics and government

Traces the story of slavery in America's history from 1776 through the Missouri Compromise, covering the general acceptance of slavery in colonial America, how human bondage was reevaluated during the American Revolution, how the future of slavery was shaped by decisions that the founding fathers made, and whether the Civil War was a result of those decisions.

Presents primary source documents and explanatory text that covers the rise of America, as a world power, from 1920 until 1945.

A comprehensive overview of Dwight D. Eisenhower's presidency with alphabetically arranged entries that profile key members of his administration, and examines crucial events, policies, and issues of the era. Includes a chronology and a selection of primary documents.

An essay by eighteenth-century satirist Jonathan Swift in which he suggests eating the children of the poor as a solution to poverty in Ireland.

A political treatise advocating the establishment of democracy and the overthrow of monarchy.

Examines the public response and reaction to the Russian revolution in 1917 and the end of the Romanovs' rule, with documents that reveal the opinions and views of key political figures, as well as ordinary citizens.

Traces the history of Saudi Arabia and Yemen, describing each country's climate, plants and animals, ethnic groups, languages, religion, settlement patterns, and demographic trends, and discussing industry, resources, government, and the struggles of the people.

An overview of the Persian Gulf States of Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates that provides information on land, people, economy, government, society, cultural life, and history and examines struggles the countries and people have faced.

A preparation guide for the Advanced Placement exam in United States government and politics that provides an overview of key topics, sample questions, test-taking strategies, and two full-length practice exams.

"Anthology of curated essays exploring Donald Trump's role as leader of the Republican Party and what will happen to the party beyond his presidency"--Provided by publisher.