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Hal Marcovitz
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Latin American immigrants, past and present, have contributed to the fabric of American life in any number of ways. They have worked at jobs, created businesses, nurtured families, and enriched…
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Imagine waking one morning to discover you have wings. Imagine the places you could go and sights you could see as you soar high above the world looking down with…
For centuries, people have looked into the sky and observed objects they just can’t explain. These unidentified flying objects, or UFOs, have sparked many investigations, some by scientists but many…
No matter whether candidates are seeking seats on city councils, state legislatures or in the US Congress, elections in America are rarely friendly affairs. They typically feature bitter fights between…
Hepatitis is a disease of the liver, leading to long-term illnesses in as many as 500 million people worldwide. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title…
Meningitis is a potentially horrific disease that attacks many college freshmen and other young people in America, leaving some permanently scarred. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations…
Phobias are irrational fears that affect some 34 million Americans, causing many to experience panic attacks and similar debilitating conditions. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this…
Tens of millions of religious fundamentalists live in the United States and other countries, impacting laws, education, civil liberties, and often sparking terrorism and armed conflict. Through objective overviews, primary…
Doors fly open by themselves, dishes fall from shelves, stones fall from the sky: these are obvious signs that a poltergeist may be near. For centuries, these mischievous and often…
Presents different debates on fossil fuels, following with opposing viewpoints on each.
At the end of World War I Germany was in chaos: unemployment, poverty and homelessness afflicted the country that had been defeated in the war. A desperate people were willing…
The Declaration of Independence is regarded as Americas most important document, setting down the reasons for the colonies to break away from British rule. The Declaration was written during a…
Life in the time of William Shakespeare was a period of great advancement in literature but it was also a time when there was a tremendous gap in the standard…
3D printers are already being used to create clothing, cars, houses, and even human organs. Huge changes in manufacturing, medicine, transportation, architecture, and other areas of modern life are likely…
Describes opioids, the reasons why they may cause addiction, and their effects, and discusses treatment options and recovery. –Amazon.com.
There are more than 3 million cases per year of Infectious Mononucleosis, or the kissing disease, in America. Author Hal Marcovitz offers young readers and researchers a means of understanding…
The word Anime is the abbreviated pronunciation of animation in Japanese. While becoming globally popular in the 1980s, Anime started in the early 1900s. It is classified into numerous genres…
Your face feels hot, your muscles tighten, you see red, you are angry…and you don’t know what to do about it. Using real-life examples and quotations, this guide discusses the…
Explores the emotion of jealousy in young men and the best ways to deal with it and the situations that cause it. Includes real-life examples, quotes, facts, tips, and quizzes…
Explores the emotion of loneliness in young men and the best ways to deal with it and the situations that cause it. Includes real-life examples, quotes, facts, tips, and quizzes…
Each year, more than 200,000 young offenders are tried in adult courts where they face stiffer penalties than they would ordinarily face in the juvenile justice system. Through objective discussion…
The ancient Greeks introduced democracy, the theater, science and philosophy to the civilized world but life on the Mediterranean peninsula could also be cruel and violent. Many of the countrys…
During the past two decades major American sports leagues have implemented tough anti-drug policies, and yet a recent poll by Marist University in New York indicates that more than half…
Discusses the origins of the sex education controversy, questions about the teaching of safe sex and homosexuality, and what schools can do to improve their sex education programs.
Discusses issues surrounding a drive to ban the use of smoking products.
Life in Nazi Germany represented one of the darkest chapters in human history as the regime of Adolf Hitler took dictatorial control while leading the country into war. Among the…
The Fall of the Soviet Union occurred after decades of economic chaos and a nuclear arms race with the West. This title begins with a brief history of the Soviet…
This title in the Living History series describes the period of history known as the Renaissance that Europe break away from the dismal medieval era. Describes conditions that led to…
Comic Book artists use a variety of techniques to create the familiar superheroes and other characters that have dominated popular culture for decades. This book examines the art of comic…
Discusses drug abuse by looking at the scope, use, addiction, treatment, and recovery from methamphetamine.
An introduction to the causes and effects of World War II.
Athleticism and hard work are central to athletic performance. Various physical forces and biomechanical factors also help determine speed, stamina, accuracy, and more. The Science and Technology of Hockey shows…
Slavery has been a part of human civilization for thousands of years: the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans all kept people in bondage. Many societies have been unwilling to give…
Discusses the techniques and ideas behind surrealism, its predecessors, and important artists who used or promoted the genre, including Salvador Dali and Man Ray.
This title describes the progession of the Vietnam War, and the outcomes.
About 80 percent of vision problems worldwide could be avoided or cured with prompt medical care and regular eye examinations. This essential volume discusses blindness, what causes it, how people…
The estimated cost of drug abuse in the United States exceeds 190 billion dollars, and the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence estimates that 20 million Americans ages 12…
Author Hal Marcovitz explores brain trauma in detail, covering its causes and effects, treatments, prevention, and medical advances. Charts and graphs share important information visually while fascinating photographs support the…
About 1 in 10 people has a Personality Disorder, but many of these disorders will not be severe. If you have a personality disorder, parts of your personality make it…
