The use of fracking is a tremendously important technology for the recovery of oil and gas, but the advantages and costs of fracking remain controversial. This book examines the issues and social, eco
An unbiased examination of profiling in the criminal justice system—one of the most hotly contested public policy issues—on the streets, in the courts, and in the jails and prisons of America.
Part of a series providing straight forward, well organized background and reference information on a variety of contemporary issues in politics and culture, this volume on medical tourism explores th
This accessible reference for general readers and students in high school and up uses plain language to explain the complex political, historical, and cultural realities behind the continued use of ch
For the first 69 pages, Haupert (economics, U. of WI--La Crosse) provides an extensive introduction to the background and history of the entertainment industry, including subjects like the relative co
In this comprehensive resource on virtual worlds/environments and their implications for the real world, Ivory (communication, Virginia Tech Gaming and Media Effects Research Laboratory) describes the
Hanold (sport administration and leadership, Seattle U.) offers a handbook for high school and undergraduate students, scholars, and general readers that focuses on sports and issues of global concern
This unbiased look at the minimum wage debate in America traces the history of minimum wage policy at both the federal and state levels, discusses the controversies swirling around the issue, and exam
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to one of the most controversial issues in modern society—steroid abuse among athletes—as well as to the ongoing debate over the use and misuse of illeg
STDs in the United States: A Reference Handbook provides information about sexually transmitted diseases and infections and their impact on both an individual and a societal level.• Deals in detail wi
This detailed and comprehensive overview of meat-free diets introduces readers to their long history in human cultures and analyzes some of the important questions and issues surrounding their practic
Hate crime is a disturbing phenomenon that is the subject of constant debate, discussion, and legislation. This book helps readers understand the complex issue and see how the government and activists
This valuable handbook makes the U.S. health care system understandable, reviews the Affordable Care Act (ACA) or "Obamacare," describes past health care reform efforts, and covers the important organ
