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The Compact Research series covers a wide range of current topics such as illegal immigration, marijuana, and the world energy crisis. The series is designed to combine the benefits of nonfiction and reference formats and offers students a concise but well-rounded introduction to current topics.
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Objective overviews provide background and context |
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“Main Point” cited, primary source quote sections highlight conflicting opinions and quickly expose students to numerous perspectives and positions |
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Illustrated full color facts and statistics sections give visual insight and supporting data for research
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Key people & related organizations sections for further study
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Source notes model appropriate citation forms |
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6 ¼ x 9 ½ 96-112 pages, full color photos & illustrations, library binding |
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Animal Experimentation |
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1-60152-037-9 or 978-1-60152-037-1 |
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The use of animals in research is one of the most controversial issues known to science. People who are in favor of animal experimentation insist that lifesaving vaccinations, medicines, and medical procedures, would never have been possible without it. Opponents insist that the same results might have been achieved without animals. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines all sides of the animal experimentation debate.
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Biomedical Ethics
School Library Journal 5/07, Booklist 4/1/07 |
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© 2007 |
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$24.95 |
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1-60152-013-1 or 978-1-60152-013-5 |
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Serious ethical dilemmas surround many of the more cutting-edge aspects of modern science and medicine, challenging both experts and the public to question the costs of technological advancement. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines the ethics of genetic testing, stem cell research, human cloning, and physician-assisted suicide.
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Conflict in the Middle East
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1-60152-016-6 or 978-1-60152-016-6 |
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The Middle East is home to three great religions, much of the world's oil, and some of the bitterest, most violent conflicts in modern times. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines the long-running Arab-Israeli conflict, the rise of Islamic militancy, the affects of U.S. involvement and the possibilities for peace in the Middle East.
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The Death Penalty
School Library Journal 5/07, Booklist 4/1/07 |
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© 2007 |
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$24.95 |
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1-60152-008-5 or 978-1-60152-008-1 |
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The death penalty is one of the most enduring controversial issues in American society. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines whether the death penalty is just, a deterrent to crime, fairly applied, and if it constitutes cruel and unusual punishment.
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Energy Alternatives |
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1-60152-017-4 or 978-1-60152-017-3 |
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While most consumable energy is derived from fossil fuels, the utilization of alternative energy sources has been scrutinized and hotly debated in recent years. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title examines: Which alternative sources should be pursued? Should alternative energy be used for transportation? and What impact will the increased use of energy alternatives have upon society?
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Free Speech |
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1-60152-018-2 or 978-1-60152-018-0 |
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Although it is one of America’s most basic rights, free speech historically has faced governmental limits. Utilizing objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title examines whether limits should be place on free speech, are limits justified to protect national security, and censorship in the media.
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Genetic Engineering |
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1-60152-038-7 or 978-1-60152-038-8 |
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The development of genetic engineering has allowed scientists to change an organism’s looks or function by adding, deleting, or rearranging genes. The resulting technology has opened up a whole new world of possibilities -- and a wide array of complex ethical issues -- in the field of biotechnology.
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Global Warming and Climate Change |
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1-60152-019-0 or 978-1-60152-019-7 |
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Throughout the world, the cause and impact of global warming and climate change is being passionately debated. While many claim that a climate crisis is imminent if greenhouse gases are not curbed, others argue that the effects have been overblown. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title will examine numerous sides of this imperative and contentious issue.
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Gun Control
School Library Journal 5/07 |
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1-60152-010-7 or 978-1-60152-010-4
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Is there a connection between guns and criminal activity in the United States? Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title explores the role of guns in American society and whether controlling their purchase and use is an effective way to reduce violent crime or a violation of established constitutional rights.
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Illegal Immigration
School Library Journal 5/07, Booklist 4/1/07 |
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1-60152-009-3 or 978-1-60152-009-8
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Experts estimate that approximately 12 million illegal immigrants may now be living and working in the United States. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines the impact of this growing problem on the U.S. economy and its culture, as well as the debate surrounding proposed immigration policy reforms.
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Media Violence |
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1-60152-035-2 or 978-1-60152-035-7 |
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Research shows that by age 18, an American youth will have seen 200,000 acts of violence in the media. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title examines the impact such exposure has on society including the effect of violent video games, whether current regulation of media violence is effective, and how the problems associated with media violence might be reduced.
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National Security
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1-60152-020-4 or 978-1-60152-020-3 |
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Since the terrorist attacks of 9/11, the question of America’s safety of its citizens has dominated the nation’s consciousness. Utilizing objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title examines national security and the threat of terrorism, privacy rights, U.S. foreign policy, and the Iraq war.
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Nuclear Weapons and Security
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1-60152-021-2 or 978-1-60152-021-0 |
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Is the U.S. likely to be attacked with nuclear weapons? Can terrorists obtain nuclear weapons? What would be the national and international consequences of an all-out nuclear war? Utilizing objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, Nuclear Weapons will attempt to answer these and other questions related to this pivotal 21st century issue.
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Obesity |
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1-60152-040-9 or 978-1-60152-040-1 |
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The number of obese individuals has skyrocketed in the last two decades. It is becoming more evident that obesity is not just an effect of personal choices, but influenced by many outside factors. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title examines the causes of obesity, how it can be prevented and treated, and how much personal responsibility is a factor.
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Terrorist Attacks
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1-60152-022-0 or 978-1-60152-022-7 |
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The question of terrorism has been a dominant concern ever since the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the U.S. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title carefully examines: How serious is the terrorist problem? Can terrorist attacks be prevented? What motivates terrorists to act? How are terrorist attacks carried out?
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World Energy Crisis
School Library Journal 5/07 |
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1-60152-011-5 or 978-1-60152-011-1 |
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Some experts say that the supply of fossil fuels will soon fall short of demand causing a catastrophic world-wide energy crisis. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title examines U.S. and world problems associated with oil, natural gas, biodiesel, nuclear energy, solar power, wind farms, and other energy sources.
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