Peter Kogler – författare

Political campaigns are an intrinsic piece of the increasingly expensive and polarizing road to Election Day. This volume looks into the many aspects of political campaigns, including nominations, political advertising, and the laws and policies in place to protect the voting process. Through in-depth main text featuring annotated quotes, sidebars, charts, and graphs, readers learn about the influence of social media on Election Day, and the ways psychology can help candidates win. They''ll survey what voting might look like in the future. Readers are also presented with questions to help them review and think critically about this issue.

Asthma is a long-lasting, incurable disease that affects over 300 million people, and that number continues to grow. As readers explore the science and current research behind asthma, they learn about the dangers of this disease and how everyday things in our world can greatly affect asthmatics. Readers also discover the tremendous economic costs of this disease, as well as identify the symptoms of asthma attacks. Sidebars throughout the book provide additional insight, and full-color graphs, charts, and photographs provide readers with a better understanding of the important information being presented to them.

Although learning disabilities are believed to affect a significant number of children, not all of those children receive an actual diagnosis. While school officials, teachers, and parents continue to improve education for these children, the general public still has misconceptions about learning disabilities and how to help those affected by them. This detailed look at learning disabilities aims to educate readers through relatable text and engaging sidebars. Annotated quotes from experts, up-to-date statistics, and new technologies are explored, as well as the causes of and common misconceptions about life with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, and more.

In recent years, there has been a surge in scientific and technological development in Latin America. This region''s contributions to global advancement have made an impact on economics far beyond its countries'' borders. Using engaging text and eye-catching photographs, this book takes readers on a trip through the technological and economic past and future of Latin America. Readers will explore how recent growth in these fields is improving the area''s quality of life and inspiring a new generation of innovation.

Rich histories and bright futures can be found in nations spread all across the European continent. The area''s traditions of excellence in science, technology, and economics are contributing to its continued success. From the economic strength of the European Union to the controversy of Brexit, this book examines recent developments from the region that are having global effects. Full-color photographs and informative graphic organizers emphasize core concepts and make key points easy for readers to visualize and understand.

Home to some of the world''s most advanced and densely populated cities, South Asia has contributed more than its fair share of innovations to science and technology. Guided and supported by their natural resources, the economics of countries in this region have a broad impact on the rest of the world. Through full-color photographs and a fact-filled narrative, this book offers readers a glimpse of how this area of the globe is advancing into the future.