Describes the reasons for and the design and operation of NASA's Space Shuttle and discusses who will be flying it and the benefits to be derived from such a shuttle.
Discusses the work of emergency squads, including medical emergency units, bomb squads, and those who handle special weapons, suicide prevention, and hostage negotiation.
Describes the development and use of chemical and biological weapons from ancient history to the present, concentrating on their use in the world wars and Southeast Asia, and discusses the continuing debate on their danger and their usefulness as a deterrent.
Discusses the new conservatism in politics including the new leaders, the Republican Party today, spheres of influence, moral issues, platforms, and drawbacks.
Discusses terrorism and hostage-taking as major problems in the world today, their effects on how we live, and the methods employed to reduce terrorism.
Describes the geography, history, resources, cities, parklands, economic development, and people of the eight Rocky Mountain states. Also discusses the future of the region and includes a glossary of state facts.
