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31 produkter
Vladimir Lenin and the Russian Revolution
Av Judith Edwards, Elizabeth Schmermund
E-bok, 2015
581 kr
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Ending a two-hundred-year tsarist regime and bringing communism to the masses, Vladimir Lenin changed not only Russia, but also the world’s political climate. Using source documents and photos, this text discusses the major events of the Russian Revolution and its consequences in a way that makes …
Persian Gulf War and the War in Iraq
E-bok, 2016
562 kr
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Hundreds of thousands of Iraqis and thousands of Americans were killed during the Persian Gulf War, which lasted from 1990 to 1991, and the Iraq War, which lasted from 2003 to 2011. Full of riveting primary sources and personal accounts and full-color photographs from the front lines, this book …
Reading and Interpreting the Works of Harper Lee
E-bok, 2016
621 kr
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For most of her life, Harper Lee was (reluctantly) famous for her classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird. Lee''s newest book, Go Set a Watchman, caused quite a media frenzy even before its publication. This text examines how Lee’s Southern background (she was a descendant of General Robert E. Lee) and …
Critical Perspectives on Terrorism
Av Stephen Feinstein, Elizabeth Schmermund
E-bok, 2016
760 kr
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Terrorism is a form of violence with the main intent of frightening people from pursuing their everyday lives. Despite calls to ignore a fear of terrorism lest "the terrorists win," many Westerners are justifiably scared about what seems like the increased presence of terrorism in their world. This …
Women in Technology
E-bok, 2016
581 kr
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Statistics tell us that women are underrepresented in STEM careers, yet many of technology’s greatest innovations have come from women. Ada Lovelace is considered one of the first computer programmers. It was six women who programmed the important ENIAC computer during World War II. While women’s …
Women Warriors
E-bok, 2016
581 kr
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Although war has long been considered the domain of men, women have courageously fought for their families, their nations, and their causes—whether on the battlefield or off. The women profiled in this inspiring resource have proven that courage doesn’t have a gender and that fighting for a just …
Portugal
Av Elizabeth Schmermund, Angeline Koh m. fl.
E-bok, 2016
728 kr
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Portugal is a country full of rich architecture, natural beauty, and history. Today, Portugal is also known for its culture, food, and its attraction as a tourist destination. This book highlights the beauty of the country and discusses its progress as a nation, from ancient times to present day, …
New Frontiers in Astronomy
E-bok, 2016
706 kr
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New Frontiers in Astronomy describes critical discoveries that shape the way we look at our universe, such as the Big Bang Theory and the acceleration of the universe. These discoveries paved the way for more recent leaps in the field of astronomy, namely the existence of dark matter. These …
Telescopes, Probes, Spacecraft, and the Future of Space Exploration
E-bok, 2016
649 kr
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Space exploration depends on a comprehensive understanding of the forces at work in the universe, and so for centuries, it seemed impossible that humans could leave Earth to travel in space. Telescopes, Probes, Spacecraft, and the Future of Space Exploration meets Next Generation Science Standards …
Twelfth Night
Av Dale Robeson, Elizabeth Schmermund
E-bok, 2016
649 kr
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William Shakespeare wrote Twelfth Night for Epiphany, the twelfth day after Christmas. The comedy features ingenious plot twists, colorful characters, and slapstick humor. Reading Shakespeare Today: Twelfth Night examines each scene of the play, Shakespeare’s use of language, modern stagings, and …
Lebanon
Av Elizabeth Schmermund, Zawiah Abdul Latif m. fl.
E-bok, 2017
728 kr
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Lebanon has a rich, varied, and at times difficult past. This book examines the key aspects of Lebanon life today, history, geography, economy, environment, language, and lifestyle, and discusses the country’s existence in the global community. Full of detailed sidebars, current events, and vivid …
Massachusetts
The Bay State
Av Stephanie Fitzgerald, Ruth Bjorklund m. fl.
E-bok, 2018
536 kr
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Massachusetts is a state that has left a lasting mark on the entire nation. The site of one of the earliest European settlements in the New World, it also saw the outbreak of the American Revolution, and today the state is a pioneer in innovation and education. Filled with fun facts, vivid …
Minority Soldiers Fighting in the Vietnam War
E-bok, 2017
643 kr
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The Vietnam War was the first war that was fought from the outset by completely desegregated American troops. However, racism was abundant during the war, and the percentage of minority casualties were substantially higher than that of white troops because minority soldiers were often positioned on …
Breaking Down Tasks
Using Decomposition
E-bok, 2017
451 kr
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All pieces of hardware and software involve multiple systems and features working together to complete tasks. Therefore, innovations in computer science require simplifying or breaking down large goals into small, manageable parts. This book shows readers how achieving programmatic goals is not so …
Combining Tasks
Using Composition
E-bok, 2017
451 kr
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One of the most fascinating aspects of computer programming is how different programs or parts of programs work together. This volume explores how smaller tasks are grouped together to meet goals, both in and out of programming. Young readers can follow along with accessible examples, fostering …
Following Instructions
Using Control
E-bok, 2017
451 kr
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Control structures determine how a computer program responds to a key press, mouse click, loop of instructions, or Boolean logic. Away from a computer, these structures can be seen in how people follow instructions and how they decide whether or not to carry out tasks. This book provides young …
Code Breakers and Spies of the War on Terror
E-bok, 2018
566 kr
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Shortly after the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001, the U.S. government began both a ground and aerial military campaign in the Middle East in order to preemptively rout out terrorists. During the War on Terror, the cause of the United States and …
Confronting Disinformation
E-bok, 2018
524 kr
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Online and in the news, the word "disinformation" appears often, but what does it mean, and how can it be combated? This book explores the most common usage of the term disinformation, the intentional spread of false information for political means, and provides guidance for how to spot it online, …
ISIS and the Yazidi Genocide in Iraq
E-bok, 2017
539 kr
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In 2014, many people saw images of members of the Yazidi ethno-religious group on television. They sought refuge from Islamic State in Syria (ISIS) militants in the mountains of northern Iraq. Since then, the genocide against the Yazidi minority group has continued. This book will teach students …
Campus Sexual Violence
E-bok, 2016
612 kr
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Sexual assault on the campuses of universities and private schools appears to be on the rise. Alcohol and fraternities are easy targets, but the issue is much more complicated. Despite attempts made by administrators to define consent clearly, it can be a legal gray area. Students condemned by a …
Domestic Terrorism
E-bok, 2016
573 kr
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What constitutes domestic terrorism? The answer is actually more complicated than most of us would think. Readers of this informative anthology will progress through a range of articles offering diverse viewpoints about the Patriot Act, the differences in perception of white Christian violent …
Civil Disobedience
E-bok, 2017
599 kr
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Civil disobedience, the refusal to obey certain laws, is a method of protest famously articulated by philosopher and writer Henry David Thoreau in his 1849 essay “Civil Disobedience.” Thoreau believed that protest became a moral obligation when laws collided with conscience. Since then, civil …
Do Women Have Equal Rights?
E-bok, 2019
442 kr
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Our understanding of gender has changed quite a bit since the Constitution was first written. Yet, there has always been debate about how women should be included under the laws that govern the United States. The women''s suffrage movement fought to give women the right to vote. With the passage of …
Critical Perspectives on Terrorism
Av Elizabeth Schmermund, Stephen Feinstein
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828 kr
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