Discusses the societal implications of the Internet, its affects on American institutions, government regulations, and the Internet's future.

Contains a collection of essays evaluating major decisions made during Abraham Lincoln's presidency, including the Civil War, the suspension of the writ of habeas corpus, the Emancipation Proclamation, and Reconstruction.

Presents a collection of articles debating the issue of pornography. (view table of contents)

Presents arguments from both sides of such topics as religious fundamentalism, radical animal rights activists, socialists, environmentalists. white supremacist groups, and the militia movement. (view table of contents)

Describes the rise of the papacy, the Crusades, chivalry, and the Renaissance in twelfth-century Europe, and explores major events and trends in Asia and the Americas. (view table of contents)

Analyzes current debates surrounding U.S. immigration policy, discussing whether or not immigration is a serious problem, whether or not immigration hurts Americans, how immigrants are treated, and how the government should react. (view table of contents)

Product Description: The extinction of the earth's endangered species is one of the most serious environmental issues today. Scientists, politicians, and activists debate how best to balance human needs with the needs of other species. Is Extinction a Serious Problem? Are Efforts to Preserve Endangered Species Effective? Should Endangered Species Take Priority over Jobs and Property Rights? How Can Endangered Species Be Protected in Other Countries...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Presents a collection of essays covering various viewpoints regarding police brutality. (view table of contents)

Presents an overview of nuclear security and essays providing differing opinions on nuclear arms control, nuclear testing, and other countries as threats to nuclear security.

Articles offer contrasting views on whether adolescent pregnancy is a problem, reasons why teens get pregnant, preventing pregnancies, choosing abortion or adoption, and social attitudes toward teen parents. (view table of contents)

Brief essays examine the impact of heroin upon society, including young people's renewed interest in the drug, addiction, needle-exchange programs, methadone treatment, and the ethics of supplying addicts with the drug. (view table of contents)