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Harriet Beecher Stowe
The life and work of Harriet Beecher Stowe are examined in this book, offering insight into her amazing efforts for women and slaves.
The Equal Rights Amendment
This series focuses on the women's rights movement in the United States, from the 18th century to the present day. Each of the books in this series provide a historical survey of women's rights during a specific time period, profiling major figures and discussing their accomplishments and their importance in American history.
Monarchy
Monarchy is a form of government in which a hereditary ruler serves as head of state, typically for life. Monarchies have existed since the dawn of human civilization. But while the kings and queens, emperors and empresses of the past wielded broad (and often absolute) power, many of today's monarchs perform ceremonial functions only. This book examines the various forms that monarchy has taken. Students of government and history will find it a valuable and fascinating resource.
Aids and Health Issues
Millions of Africans die each year from infectious diseases, such as AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis; from poor nutrition or lack of clean drinking water; or from diseases like measles and polio that have been conquered in developed countries through the use of vaccines. The continents widespread poverty, along with a lack of adequate hospitals and trained doctors and nurses, contributes to the health-care crisis. As a result, the life expectancy of people living in sub-Saharan Africa is about 54 yearsa lifespan roughly than 25 years shorter than that of the average American. This book explores the current health crisis in Africa, explaining the scope of the problems that the continent faces. It also describes efforts by humanitarian organizations and by African governments to train health-care professionals.
The Kurds
The Kurds are considered the largest ethnic group without a state of their own. Most live in the mountainous region historically known as Kurdistan; however, this region, which includes parts of Turkey, Iraq, and Syria, never existed as a political entity. Under the rule of others, the Kurds were discriminated against and sometimes persecuted-most infamously by Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein. As a result the dream of autonomy or a national home holds a powerful grip on the Kurdish imagination. This book examines the economic and political issues facing the Kurdish people today. It provides up-to-date information about the geography and climate of the areas in which the Kurds live, the history of this ethnic group and its society, important Kurdish cities and communities, and the Kurds' relations with the governments of the countries in which they live.
Mexican Immigration
An overview of immigration from Mexico to the United States and Canada since the 1960s, when immigration laws were changed to permit greater numbers of people to enter these countries.
Milestones in the Evolution of Government
How did large, complex states develop from small clans and nomadic tribes? How have rulers throughout history justified their right to govern? What ideas and events shaped the development of modern forms of government? Milestones in the Evolution of Government answers these and other important questions. The book provides students with the perspective to understand the basis for various forms of government-- including their own.
Mae Jemison
A biography of Dr. Mae Jemison who, in September of 1992, on the fiftieth mission of the United States Space Shuttle, became the first African American woman in space.
Mae Jemison, Updated Edition
On September 12, 1992, the space shuttle Endeavor lifted off from Kennedy Space Center with Mae Jemison as a member of its crew, thus making her the first African-American woman to travel in space. Jemison has since founded programs to improve living conditions in developing nations and to further science education throughout the world. A comprehensive and insightful eBook, Mae Jemison, Updated Edition profiles this trailblazing scientist and her extraordinary career.
Somalia
Wrapped along the edge of northeastern Africa lies the dry, dusty land of Somalia. Only two permanent rivers run through its arid plateaus, which for centuries belonged to clans of pastoral nomads traveling in search of food and water for their herds. Somalis are a resilient people, renowned for their nomad culture of vibrant oral poetry traditions and their reliance on camels. Like its climate, Somalia's history is harsh-a short-lived democracy in the early 1960s was replaced first by a brutal, 21-year dictatorship, and then by anarchy, as clan groups refused to accept the national government. For more than a decade, severe droughts warfare and factional warfare have forced many Somalis from their homes, and even from their country. Despite Somalia's uncertain future, its people continue to strive to revitalize businesses and return tranquility to a land that has lived too long without peace.
