poverty

Addresses the social and economic problem of poverty in America, maintains that the root causes are found in both the economic structure and political policy failures as opposed to individual shortcomings, and offers strategies for reducing the financial burdens of the people.

Making friends with Liz, a college student who sings in Lincoln Park, helps fourteen-year-old Eileen McDonaugh realize that she has the ability to face the various problems of her poor family.

Examines the factors that have caused Africa's economic problems and poverty, and explores ways in which some leaders and international organizations are helping to reduce poverty in Africa.

Reprints twelve primary and secondary source documents that provide varying perspectives on the issue of whether the poor can be helped, discussing the effectiveness of government programs, whether the promotion of marriage reduces poverty, wage hikes and living-wage laws, globalization, and other topics.

Examines the nature of poverty in America, its effects on children, women, the elderly, and racial minorities, and past and present efforts to fight it.

Discusses poverty in the past, present, and future, and those whom it affects.

Seventeen-year-old Jemmy struggles to fight her way out of poverty and to discover her identity as an Indian, a woman, and an artist.

Provides a history of wealth and power throughout the world, discussing how many European countries were able to acquire and keep wealth by focusing on work and knowledge which led to increased productivity, new technologies, and the pursuit of change.

Explains how population growth and unsustainable development affect the environment, focusing on famine and drought; and examines related sustainable practices as well as patterns of consumption.

Presents an brief overview of world poverty, providing information on the combined pressures of population growth and diminished resources on the planet.