Social Issues in America An Encyclopedia

Truly comprehensive in scope -- and arranged in A-Z format for quick access -- this monumental eight-volume set is a one-source reference for anyone researching the historical and contemporary details of major issues confronting American society. Chapters cover the full range of hotly-contested social issues -- everything from academic freedom to consumer debt, homeland security, medical malpractice, poverty and wealth, reproductive rights, terrorism, and xenophobia. Each chapter discusses the historical origins of the problem or debate; past means used to deal with the issue; the current controversy surrounding the issue from all perspectives; and the near-term and future implications for society. In addition, chapters include chronologies, bibliographies, and directories of internet resources, as well as primary documents tables.Ciment, James is the author of 'Social Issues in America An Encyclopedia', published 2006 under ISBN 9780765680617 and ISBN 0765680610.