Jennifer Bringle – författare

In a recession, the homeless population begins to rise. This includes children and families, people suffering from mental illness, and those unable to find jobs or affordable housing. This deep-diving book explores the causes and effects of homelessness and what is being done to remedy the situation.

Nebraska is a state of great geographic diversity, agriculture, railroads, and a history that began with the arrival of the Omaha, Cheyenne, and Pawnee Indians, among others. An engaging narrative supported by features such as sidebars, maps, and timelines takes readers on a journey to the Heartland.

People have hunted for centuries, for recreation, sport, and for food. There are skills to develop and personal tricks to learn, all while the hunter enjoys the challenges of each hunt. A particularly challenging type is wing shooting. The hunter must shoot the prey while it’s in flight. This outdoor guidebook advises amateur hunters on where to hunt, what equipment is necessary, and how to hunt safely.

While vampires have haunted our psyche for centuries, they have never been more prevalent than now through the rise of film and television. This vampire volume takes a deep bite into the history of vampires of the big and small screen. Readers will learn about famous faces, from Bella Lugosi to Bella Swan. Sidebars, a timeline, and stunning photographs and illustrations will thrill your readers.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) infections account for nearly half of STIs diagnosed among female teens and young adults each year. While an effective preventative measure against cervical cancer, the HPV vaccine also has many risks. This timely resource explores the risks and benefits of the vaccine. The narrative is friendly and engaging while sharing important details that all females should become familiar with in order to make healthy choices.

In 1878 in Denison, Texas, a man named John Martin looked up into the sky and saw something he could not explain. Americans have been hooked on the possibility of beings from space visiting Earth ever since. A sense of wonder, and reality, are brought to some popular legends of alien encounters and sightings in this volume. The final chapter explores how these legends have become even more popular thanks to movies, television, and literature.

If there is one name that instills fear throughout the world of professional wrestling, it''s the Undertaker. This 6''10" villain of the ring was once just Mark Calaway, a very tall kid who loved basketball. The life of Mark Calaway is followed in this exciting book, including his rise to fame, and the birth of his ring persona: the Undertaker.

Representing a culmination of the long and hard-fought battles leading up to and during the Civil Rights Movement, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a historic piece of legislation. The act ended segregation in public facilities and schools, prohibited unequal voter registration requirements, and proposed several other reforms. Although it was slow to take effect in many areas and was just one step of many in the continuing struggle for equality, it was a critical juncture in United States history. This volume examines the impetus for the act, its implementation, related legislation, and lasting impact through the present day. Even on the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, debate surrounding the Voting Rights Act continues and civil rights violations abound. This volume reminds us that the lessons and sacrifices leading up to the act should never be forgotten.

Reproductive health and their accompanying rights affect each and every woman. This crucial resource provides information to help women make informed, educated decisions. Readers will learn about navigating the often-murky waters of making choices about sex and their sexual health, as well as the additional choices they may face if they wish to forge ahead into motherhood, put a child up for adoption, or opt to terminate a pregnancy. as well as the physical and emotional ramifications of each. This text also offers an overview of the history of reproductive rights and the pro-life movement into the continuing modern-day struggle.

Of the many different types of hunting, wing shooting of game birds in flight is one of the most popular, and one of the most challenging, too. Hunting is done for recreation, food, culling overpopulation or pests, and fur. Whatever the reason, hunters need to be informed about conservation laws, licensing requirements, safety practices, and ethical concerns. This fully illustrated, relevant guide offers tips on each of these as well as how to plan hunts and understand birds'' behavior and tendencies for successful and enjoyable hunts. Beginners and more experienced hunters will both benefit from this timely book.

Your readers can explore what goes on when the lights in the auditorium go down, from the history of stage lighting to the effects that lighting designers use on the professional and high school stage today. It guides the high school lighting enthusiast through bringing a director''s vision to life, tools of the trade, and most importantly, staying safe behind the scenes.

Females are faced with daily decisions concerning personal well-being and self-awareness that are not always under their control. Important issues include sexual health and reproductive rights. This book provides a comprehensive history of reproductive rights, objective advice for careful decision-making, and answers to tough questions that every girl and woman faces. Friendly photographs portraying realistic situations support the narrative.