The United Nations Contributor(s): Egendorf, Laura K. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0737748427 ISBN-13: 9780737748420 Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing OUR PRICE: $32.11 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Politics & Government |
Dewey: 341.23 |
Series: Opposing Viewpoints (Paperback) |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (0.66 lbs) 216 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: For over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing world. |