Hal Marcovitz

Examines the American Revolution, discussing the events leading up to it; the impact of major battles, participants, and actions; and its lasting effect both globally and in the United States.

As climate change emerged as a major environmental, a teenager from Sweden stepped forward as a most unlikely leader of the movement to convince world leaders that the time to act is now. Greta Thunberg has spoken before United Nations delegates, challenging them to reverse the effects of climate change. Her bravery has electrified an international movement composed mostly of young people who fear for their future if climate change is not contained.

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Shares information on the history of torture and its current use today, including whether it is an effective way to root out information about terrorism.

Marijuana and heroin are experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Opioid painkillers and synthetic drugs are grabbing headlines, too. The Drug Dangers series examines what is taking place today in connection with these and other commonly abused drugs. All volumes clearly and accurately investigate their effects, whether they have addictive properties, the challenges of treatment and recovery, and efforts to prevent their use and abuse. Sidebars, fully...

A biography of the thirty-fifth president of the United States, focusing on his childhood and young adulthood.

Examines the collapse of the Soviet Union, discussing the events leading up to it; the impact of economic policies, the rise of communism, and military buildup; and its lasting effect on Russia and around the world.

Covers the music, the musicians, the instruments, and music's place in cultural history. Presents a history of each musical style, from its roots to its expression along with glimpses of the lives of leading composers and musicians. This volume focuses on impact of music videos.