Profiles the life and historic voyages of fifteenth-century explorer Christopher Columbus, describing how he opened the way for exploration and settlement of the Americas.
Chronicles the life of children's author Laura Ingalls Wilder, from her childhood in Wisconsin through her days on the prairie to her death in 1957 at the age ninety.
Contains eighteen essays that provide information on depression, discussing the seriousness of the illness, its link to suicide, postpartum depression, deep brain stimulation, psychotherapy, the history of antidepressants, and more.
Contains eighteen articles that provide opposing viewpoints on issues related to homosexuality, discussing whether homosexuality is a moral issue, the rights of gay people, and gay marriage.
Provides opposing viewpoints on issues concerning online pornography, addressing its harm to society, whether or not it is a form of speech, protecting children from it, and placing limits on it. Includes a bibliography, discussion questions, and a list of related organizations.
Provides an overview of global warming and climate change and addresses questions about what the issues are, the consequences of global warming, controversies surrounding global warming, and possible solutions, each followed by a selection of primary source quotes, facts, and illustrations. Includes resources for further study.
