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While the concept of "cultural appropriation" was first popularized in the academic sphere in the 1980s, it has only recently become a major topic of public discourse. Ensuring that other…
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Since new types of artificial intelligence like ChatGPT and other large language models have been introduced, many people have expressed excitement and concern about their generative potential. Could AI be…
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Education plays an important role in shaping how young people come to understand the world around them. However, some argue that certain groups of students are not receiving the full…
Due to factors such as income inequality and multiculturalism, liberal democracies have weakened considerably in the last quarter century. Democratic ideals have retreated in Venezuela, the Philippines, Hungary, Russia, and…
"Anthology of essays examining censorship in the 21st century, including via cancel culture and social media"--
Offers an in-depth examination of bioethics as presented in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, as well as contemporary perspectives on this issue.
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You hear about waterboarding, but what exactly does it mean? This informative, and at times unflinching, collection of essays explores the radical tactics used by government-sanctioned agencies, and those used…
Despite the name, trigger warnings have nothing to do with gun control, and safe spaces don’t necessarily mean state-of-the-art panic rooms. Instead, these terms and the phrase microaggressions relate to…
In this digital age, it is not only conventional weapons that are used to threaten and harm others. A new and terrifying avenue is cyberspace and ransomware. This malware encrypts…
Since its inception in 2005, the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement has seen numerous boycotts against Israel in an effort to encourage withdrawal from what supporters of the movement…
While Colin Kaepernick’s 2016 protests reignited the debate surrounding athletes and political activism, the relationship between the two is a longstanding tradition. The athletic field has long been a site…
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It might seem unnecessary to define what a person is, but the issue of personhood has been a longstanding source of debate. The scope of personhood has been questioned in…
The insurrection at the US Capitol on January 6, 2021 sent shockwaves around the world. Suddenly, the United States, for many the gold standard of democracy and stability, seemed at…
Anthology of essays exploring athletes and athletic programs at the university level –
Gary Wiener
Lacrosse is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports played by young men and women in North America. In order to fully understand this exciting sport and play it…
After the U.S.S.R. formed, the United States found itself in a rivalry that has persisted for nearly a century. Readers are introduced to the complex history between the United States…
Refugees search for safety in new countries after they are forced to leave home, but some people are afraid of them and treat them poorly in the countries they escape…
This did not happen is a common refrain throughout the stories in The Things They Carried. Tim O'Brien’s account of the Vietnam War purposely blurs the line between fact and…
"Anthology of essays exploring the effect of social media on teens today. Includes introductions, guided reading questions, and resources"--
This volume presents varying opinions on the usefullness and purpose of volunteers in the United States.
When four Chinese immigrant mothers meet through their church in 1949, they begin to play mahjong together, forming what eventually becomes the Joy Luck Club. The novel, which centers around…
This collection of essays discusses the social and political issues raised by Sinclair’s 1906 novel.
Present your readers with a truly global review of the issue of child labor. Essays are collected from highly respected international sources, sharing viewpoints from places such as Bolivia, West…
A collection of essays reflecting on Thoreau’s environmental message and how it continues to influence modern opinion.
Several articles discuss the issues and influences of the internet.
Offers an in-depth examination of gender as presented in Lorraine Hansberry’s A raisin in the sun, as well as contemporary perspectives on this issue.
Background on Rachel Carson; The Environment in Silent Spring; Contemporary Perspectives on the Environment –
This informative volume explores William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream through the lens of sexuality. The book examines Shakespeare’s life and influences and offers readers a series of essays for…
