Woods, Geraldine

A study of the effects and abuse of the drug cocaine, a history of the use of cocaine and its trade, and a discussion of treatments for cocaine addiction.

Presents a practical guide for developing English grammar skills; and includes practice exercises and answers and explanations for all questions.

Outlines the medicinal and recreational use of various drugs including narcotics, amphetamines, tobacco, alcohol, and over-the-counter drugs such as aspirin and cough syrups.

Describes the causes of pollution, air and water pollution, pesticide pollution, garbage and toxic wastes, and the dangers of nuclear pollution.

Examines both sides of the debate on animal experimentation and testing, as well as possible alternatives to such experimentation.

Describes the movement known as affirmative action which seeks to prevent discrimination of human rights on the basis of sex or race. Cites historical cases of discrimination and their impact on affirmative action today.

A biography of talk show host Oprah Winfrey, the first woman to own her own talk show and the first African-American woman to own her own production company.

Examines the events surrounding the Salem Witchcraft Trials and the unjust treatment of those who were falsely accused.

Considers opposing interpretations of the Constitution's Second Amendment and the right to bear arms and presents arguments for and against gun control. Also discusses the history of violent crime in the United States.

Describes the history, traditions, ceremonies, beliefs, and everyday life of the Navajo.