This work explores the science behind some of the worst global disasters of the 20th and 21st centuries, including structural and engineering failures, natural disasters,… Read More »UXL Doomed: The Science Behind Disasters
This collection gives students and teachers substantial material for discussion and research on how television has reflected and influenced American society and culture throughout its… Read More »Television in American Society Reference Library
Includes original essays written by leading experts in the field, primary source documents that articulate the interrelation of science and society, and sidebars on the… Read More »Scientific Thought: In Context
Provides an understanding of commonly studied math concepts by illustrating their use in everyday life in everyday tasks, such as buying insurance, constructing a budget,… Read More »Real-Life Math
This work considers both the professional ethics of science and technology, and the ethical and political issues raised by science and technology in an increasingly… Read More »Ethics, Science, Technology, and Engineering: A GLobal Resource
Introduces students to issues surrounding current energy sources and alternative energy options.
Entry topics include gods and goddesses; heroes and other key characters; motifs and global themes; major myths; and national or cultural mythologies.
Collection of essays by Shakespeare scholars that have been selected for students at the high school or undergraduate college level. Each entry includes a plot… Read More »Shakespeare for Students: Critical Interpretations of Shakespeare’s Plays and Poetry
Presents a myriad of viewpoints, so that modern readers can begin to grasp the complexities of war and its impact. Such stories give voice to… Read More »Literary Themes for Students: War and Peace
Provides readers with an overview of literary works that explore the theme of the American dream. Analyzes poetry, plays, short stories, novels, and works of… Read More »Literary Themes for Students: The American Dream