Allen, John

Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations, this title examines issues related to terrorism.

The Chinese empire spanned more than two thousand years, providing the world with many important inventions and influential philosophies.

Explores how children grow up in Brazil.

Features an overview of China, as well as insights into how its youth experience home and family, education and work, social life, and religion.

"The collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 remains one of the most significant and controversial events of the last fifty years. The Soviet Union's breakup has been attributed to many different factors, from the costly war in Afghanistan to the Cold War arms race with the United States. Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by relevant facts, quotes, and anecdotes this book examines controversial issues stemming from historic events"--Amazon.

Examines the pros and cons of gun control laws in the United States and their impact on gun violence.

The Cold War was the strategic and ideological competition between the United States and the Soviet Union for world supremacy. Through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes, this title begins with A Brief History of the Cold War and then examines these questions: How Did Stalin?s Postwar Strategy Lead to the Start of the Cold War? What Effect Did the McCarthy Hearings Have on Cold War Policies? How Did the Cuban Missile Crisis Affect US and Soviet Cold War Strategies? Did the American Military Buildup in the 1980s Help End the Cold War?.

Provides brief biographies of six magicians and illusionists, discussing their lives and accomplishments.

Examines virtual reality, discussing what exists now, how it is being improved, along with some of the challenges and possible solutions.

Introduces readers to various career options in the field of environmental and energy technology and covers what the jobs entail, educational requirements, salary ranges, required skills, employment prospects, and more.