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In this moving coming-of-age novel set in the 1980's, award-winning author Stefan Kiesbye tells the story of a fourteen-year-old boy and his older sister, who grow up in Michigan's storied Upper Peninsula, in a town that has been left off the map. Once no more than a small outcropping of stone in the middle of Lake Superior, it now lives its second incarnation away from curious eyes, a lost island, a haunted place where fairy tales and creatur...

The United States has been involved in Afghanistan since 2001. How should the United States proceed in its mission to help Afghanistan? Should NATO help Afghanistan and its neighbors cooperate? Or should NATO commit to an indefinite future in the region? Should the United States involve Pakistan? Should American troops promote grassroots support at the local level? Should NATO forces withdraw immediately? This anthology interprets these questi...

Should couples be required to obtain a license before having children? Would mandated parenting licenses infringe on parental rights? Do men have the right to refuse parenthood? To what degree do mentally disabled people face biases in parenting rights? This informative anthology tackles issues related to parenthood. Diverse voices offer various perspectives on these contentious issues, allowing readers to gain insight into the nuances of this...

After twenty-five years in the United States, Cal, an immigrant, loses his home and all personal documents and keepsakes from his childhood to a wildfire. Shortly thereafter, his marriage breaks apart and leaves him without witness to the years spent in the New World. The novel follows Cal on his travels across the country as he tries to reconnect with lost loves, discarded friends, and estranged mentors. A meditation on belonging, identity, m...

The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research.

DNA Databases: Society Will Benefit from Sharing Information in DNA Databases, Biometric Identification and DNA Databases Are Dangerous to the Public, DNA Databases Help in the Fight Against Crime, Gaps in DNA Databases Prevent Police from Solving Crimes, State DNA Databases Help Solving Crimes, Fighting Crime with DNA Samples Comes With Great Risks, DNA Privacy Violations Are a Serious Problem, Mathematical Tools Will Protect DNA Privacy, DNA...

Identity Theft: Identity Theft Is a Growing Danger, Identity Theft Has Been Exaggerated, Medical Identity Theft Is a Major Threat, Medical Identity Theft Endangers Insurers and Insured, Avatars Might Keep Private Information Safe Online, Social Media Give Rise to New Forms of Identity Theft, Identity Theft Is Sometimes Linked to Illegal Immigrants, Identity Theft Laws Have Been Abused to Prosecute Illegal Immigrants, Children Are Targeted for ...

This edition offers readers a variety of articles that address the topic of cyberpredators. Essays and articles explore the dangers of online sexual exploitation, privacy concerns and predator panic, the dangers of cyberbullying and cyberstalking, and concerns related to online dating sites. One essay may even surprise readers, that men are increasingly becoming the targets of cyberstalkers.

This timely volume explores the origins of the Occupy Movement and the goals of the Occupy Movement. Includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives, eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials, and many others.

The Child Pornography Prevention Act of 1966 was the first federal law enacted to ban the virtual exploitation and sexual abuse of children. However, with the expanse of technology, new challenges arise in combatting these abuses. Editor Stefan Kiesbye assembled fourteen essays that explore the various difficulties internet services, the IT industry, law enforcement, and legislation face in tackling and ending child pornography.

This book examines the topic of distracted driving by presenting memorable essays that will hopefully leave an impression on young drivers. Readers explore the seriousness of the distracted driving problem in the United States, the impact of cell phone use and texting on driving effectiveness, and other potential driving distractions, such as pets, children, navigation systems, and eating.

Explores whether the MLDA has been effective, efforts to lower the MLDA, impact of MLDA on the safety of women, and legal drinking age outside the US.

Explores the issue of polygamy from various angles.

Is staying active the key to weight loss and maintenance? Should the government play a role in food regulation in order to combat childhood obesity? Should education play a greater role in informing students about health and dietary habits? Features from the New York Post, the Weight-Control information Network, and Men's Health Advisor weigh in on the various aspects surrounding obesity. Readers are presented with a diverse series of opinions...

Despite a goal to separate church and state, peoples' religious beliefs always find a way into political discussion. This collection of essays gives readers a thorough understanding of how religion impacts politics. Essays debate whether Christian fundamentalism is ruining American freedom, whether pastors should be allowed to endorse candidates, and whether religion can bring peace and justice.

Is Iran a global security threat? Has their government interfered with American efforts to establish democracy in Iraq? Is Iran's nuclear program a threat to Israel? Is diplomacy or military force the best way to deal with Iran? Experts weigh in on this thorny topic by interpreting key ideas and details. Readers benefit from nuanced arguments from conflicting perspectives that add much-needed context to current events.

Presented here is a collection of essays on a variety of issues surrounding drunk driving, discussing such topics as the impact of drunk-driving laws, the effectiveness of sobriety checkpoints, and the value of designated drivers and mass transit.