Research Guides: Controversial Topics: Books

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Opposing Viewpoints Series
Publisher: Greenhaven Press
Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source of current-issue materials. Each title delivers pro/con expert opinions, selected from highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking.
Current Controversies Series
Publisher: Greenhaven Press
Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. This unique approach provides students with a concise view of divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical bibliographies and a list of organizations to contact are also included.
Contemporary World Issues Series
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
This award-winning series offers comprehensive, one-volume reference handbooks on important topics related to health, education, the environment, and social and ethical issues. Each book includes a background and history essay that provides essential context and grounding for further study. It also has selected annotated documents, tables, and graphs that supports statistical literacy and investigation of primary sources. The books also provide annotated lists of print, Web, and multimedia resources that power the next steps for in-depth research.
Reference Shelf Series
Publisher: Wilson
Each Reference Shelf volume provides comprehensive, balanced coverage of an issue of importance in modern society. Each volume contains 35-45 notable documents and articles (complete or abstracted) from highly respected periodicals and media outlets. In addition, the Preface introduces the reader to the topic and 5-6 chapters within the text provide readers with thoughtful guidance on how to approach a particular aspect of the topic. Each chapter’s introductory material provides guidance and guarantees success in using these carefully-selected materials. A bibliography, index and important websites enhance further research.
Information Plus Reference Series
Publisher: Gale, Cengage
Information Plus Reference Series includes discussions of key topics and subtopics. It provides updated statistical information, with tables, charts, and graphs to illustrate the facts and figures.
This series also has a resources sections and directories of important organizations (including key email addresses and Web site URLs) that offer the best avenues for continued research.
At Issue Series
Publisher: Greenhaven Press
The At Issue series features a wide range of opinions on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes viewpoints from many perspectives and a variety of sources, including journals, newspapers, websites, think tanks, government agencies and others.

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