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Perspectives on American Politics
by William LasserA thematically rich reader, Perspectives on American Politics organizes up-to-date selections into four categories--Foundations, American Politics Today, Controversies, and View from the Inside. This range of perspectives expands students' understanding and knowledge of how the American system works. The text's thirteen chapters correspond with the most frequently assigned chapters of American Government textbooks, making it an ideal supplement to any core text.
Liberty, Equality, Power
by John M. Murrin and Paul E. Johnson and James M. Mcpherson and Alice Fahs and Gary Gerstle and Emily S. Rosenberg and Norman L. RosenbergIntegrating social and cultural history, this college textbook tells the political story of a country that, over a relatively brief period, transformed itself into the most powerful nation on earth, and explores the role of power in shaping American politics, society, and economics. The fifth edition adds a final chapter on Presidents Clinton and Bush. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Government in America
by George C. Edwards and Martin P. Wattenberg and William G. HowellAs Politics and government matter to everyone, Government in America explains how policy choices make a difference and shape the kind of country in which we live and how these choices affect the taxes we pay, the wars we fight, the quality of our environment, and many other critical aspects of our lives. This edition of Government in America explains the reasons we have such a difficult time resolving differences over public policy and the stakes we all have in finding solutions to the challenges facing our nation. The text provides extensive coverage of four core subject areas: constitutional foundations, patterns of political behavior, political institutions, and public policy outputs.
American Government
by Peter WollThe 16th edition of this reader continues to provide a balance of classic and current readings and cases that illustrate important concepts in American government. Preceding each set of readings is an in-depth yet accessible analysis of issues raised in the readings, designed to foster students' critical thinking. For this edition, there is a new section on presidential prerogative powers concerning military tribunals, a new anti-Federalist paper, and a 2003 Supreme Court decision. The book can be used as an ancillary or a core text.
American Government
by James Q. Wilson and John J. Diiulio Jr.The guide includes chapter focus, study outlines, "Did You Think That...?" and practice questions with answers.
American Government
by James Q. Wilson and John J. Diiulio Jr.The guide includes chapter focus, study outlines, "Did You Think That...?" and practice questions with answers.
Western Civilization (Combined Volume, 6th Edition)
by Jackson J. SpielvogelThe goal of this undergraduate text is to present a balanced work in which political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, cultural, and military aspects of Western civilization are integrated into a chronologically ordered synthesis. The latest research on social history and women's history is integrated, rather than isolated in separate chapters. For this sixth edition, Spielvogel (Pennsylvania State University) adds material reflecting current scholarship on everything from the Neolithic Age to the war in Iraq, and including considerable new material on the impact other parts of the world have had on the West. Pedagogical features include boxes of primary source documents, detailed chronologies, illustrated timelines, chapter outlines, critical thinking questions, and a glossary. The text's updated color maps feature detailed captions. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
A History of Western Society Since 1300 (Advanced Placement Edition)
by John P. Mckay and Bennett D. Hill and John BucklerA History of Western Society Since 1300 Textbook
A History of Western Society
by John P. Mckay and Bennett D. Hill and John BucklerNIMAC-sourced textbook
Principles of Economics
by N. Gregory MankiwPRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS continues to be the most popular and widely used text in economics classrooms today. The fifth edition features a strong revision of content in all 36 chapters while maintaining the clear, accessible writing style and precise presentation that are the hallmark of this highly respected author. Dozens of new applications emphasize the real-world relevance of economics for today's students through interesting news articles, realistic case studies, and engaging problems. The new edition also features an expanded instructor's resource package designed to assist in course planning and classroom presentation, as well as full integration of content with Aplia. "I have tried to put myself in the position of someone seeing economics for the first time. My goal is to emphasize the material that students should and do find interesting about the study of the economy. "--N. Gregory Mankiw.
Principles of Economics (Fourth Edition)
by N. Gregory MankiwPRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS continues to be the most popular and widely used text in the Economics classroom. The 4th edition features a strong revision of content in all 36 chapters while maintaining the clear and accessible writing style that is the hallmark of the highly respected author. The 4th edition also features an expanded instructor's resource package designed to assist instructors in course planning and classroom presentation and full integration of content with Aplia, the leading online Economics education program. In the 4th edition Greg Mankiw has created a full educational program for students and instructors -- Experience Mankiw 4e. "I have tried to put myself in the position of someone seeing economics for the first time. My goal is to emphasize the material that students should and do find interesting about the study of the economy. " - N. Gregory Mankiw.
Economics
by Campbell Mcconnell and Stanley L. BrueMcConnell and Brue's Economics: Principles, Problems, and Policies is the leading Principles of Economics textbook because it is innovative and teaches students in a clear, unbiased way. The 17th Edition builds upon the tradition of leadership by sticking to 3 main goals: help the beginning student master the principles essential for understanding the economizing problem, specific economic issues, and the policy alternatives; help the student understand and apply the economic perspective and reason accurately and objectively about economic matters; and promote a lasting student interest in economics and the economy.
Economics
by Campbell R. Mcconnell and Stanley L. BrueThe sixteenth edition is accompanied by and integrated with a phenomenal new enhancement, Discover Econ with Paul Solman Videos that brings to economics education an entirely new level of excellence and excitement not possible in earlier editions. This new program which consists of video tutorials by Paul Solman, interactive exercises and testing promises to set a new standard in the ease and excellence of economics instruction.
Comparative Politics
by Charles HausBalancing theory with application and now in a new, exciting full-color design, Dr. Hauss' COMPARATIVE POLITICS is the best-selling comprehensive text for the Introduction to Comparative Politics course. The book uses a unique theme?DOMESTIC RESPONSES TO GLOBAL CHALLENGES?to introduce key concepts and examines the growing interdependence among strong and weak states through the discussion of 12 countries. The introduction establishes a comparative structure based on 5 themes that are treated as appropriate for each individual country in color-coded boxed features. The themes are conflict, democratization, economic liberalization, globalization, and challenges. The countries discussed are categorized by economic development, helping students develop their skills of comparison, synthesis and interpretation amongst countries of similar economic status. Students will gain an understanding of some of the most important general trends, an exposure to politics in a number of countries, and a desire to dig more deeply into this fascinating and exciting field of comparative politics.
From Slavery to Freedom
by John Hope Franklin and Evelyn Brooks-HigginbothamFrom Slavery to Freedom remains the most revered, respected, and honored text on the market. The preeminent history of African Americans, this best-selling text charts the journey of African Americans from their origins in Africa, through slavery in the Western Hemisphere, struggles for freedom in the West Indies, Latin America, and the United States, various migrations, and the continuing quest for racial equality. Building on John Hope Franklin's classic work, the ninth edition has been thoroughly rewritten by the award-winning scholar Evelyn Brooks Higginbotham. It includes new chapters and updated information based on the most current scholarship. With a new narrative that brings intellectual depth and fresh insight to a rich array of topics, the text features greater coverage of ancestral Africa, African American women, differing expressions of protest, local community activism, black internationalism, civil rights and black power, as well as the election of our first African American president in 2008.
History Of The Americas, 1880-1981
by Alexis Mamaux and David Smith and Mark Rogers and Matt Borgmann and Shannon Leggett and Yvonne BerlinerDrive critical, engaged, high level learning and skills. Developed with the IB, this Course Book equips learners to analyze and articulate complex historical concepts and contexts, strengthening performance and potential. Enabling advanced understanding, the student-centred approach actively builds, refines and perfects higher level skills.
- Cover the new syllabus in the right level of depth, with rich, thorough subject content from across the Americas for topics 10-17 for Paper 3
- Developed directly the with IB for the new syllabus first examined 2017
- Truly engage learners with topical, relevant material that convincingly connects learning with the modern, global world
- Streamline your planning, with a clear and thorough structure helping you logically progress through the syllabus
- Build the advanced-level skills learners need for Paper 3, with the student-led approach driving active skills development and strengthening exam performance
- Integrate Approaches to learning with ATLs like thinking, communication, research and social skills built directly into learning
- Help learners think critically about improving performance with extensive examiner insight and samples based on the latest exam format
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
by Elaine MariebEssentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, Eighth Edition continues to set the standard for A&P texts by helping readers better visualize and understand the structure and function of the human body. New information on hot topics like DNA fingerprinting, bone implants for children, stem cell research, and obesity draws readers into the material. Elaine Marieb's clear and friendly writing style emphasizes the relevance of anatomy and physiology to readers' lives and careers. It clarifies concepts, defines key terms, and offers just the right balance of anatomy, physiology, and clinical coverage to make the content complete without being overwhelming.
Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology (4th Edition)
by Frederic H. Martini and Edwin F. BartholomewThis textbook is designed as an introduction to the specialized terms, basic concepts, and principles important to an understanding of the human body. It helps students place information in a meaningful context and develop their problem-solving skills. Thr text uses a learning system that simplifyies the processes of teaching and learning anatomy and physiology. The Visual Introduction outlines the pieces that make up our specific teaching framework and shows the many learning aids that are built into this text. The Fourth Edition also provides students and instructors with new media that will benefit their learning and teaching.
Conceptual Physics
by Paul G. HewittThis seventh edition of the popular and exceptionally well written physics concept text with minimal mathematics contains new material sprinkled throughout, such as a treatment of measurements of the earth, moon, and sun by the early Greeks, capacitors, and more on rainbows. Individual sections have been clarified and updated. Problem sets are now at the end of most chapters. Most problems involve simple calculations that require minimal algebra skills. The text is profusely illustrated in full color with many helpful diagrams and down-to-earth examples. Annotation C. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Conceptual Physics
by Paul G. HewittThis seventh edition of the popular and exceptionally well written physics concept text with minimal mathematics contains new material sprinkled throughout, such as a treatment of measurements of the earth, moon, and sun by the early Greeks, capacitors, and more on rainbows. Individual sections have been clarified and updated. Problem sets are now at the end of most chapters. Most problems involve simple calculations that require minimal algebra skills. The text is profusely illustrated in full color with many helpful diagrams and down-to-earth examples. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Earth Science (California Edition)
by Edward J. Tarbuck and Frederick K. LutgensThe California Earth Sciences strand is organized into ten general standard sets. The standard sets are Earth's Place in the Universe (Solar System), Earth's Place in the Universe (Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe), Dynamic Earth Processes, Energy in the Earth System (Solar Energy Enters, Heat Escapes), Energy in the Earth System (Ocean and Atmospheric Convection), Energy in the Earth System (Climate and Weather), Biogeochemical Cycles, Structure and Composition of the Atmosphere, California Geology, and Investigation and Experimentation. Each standard set is divided into a series of specific topic standards. Use this section as a preview for your Earth Science course, and as a review guide when you study for exams.
Holt Earth Science (California Edition)
by Mead A. Allison and Arthur T. Degatetano and Jay M. PasachoffThe book contains unit lessons on Studying the Earth, Composition of the Earth, History of the Earth, the dynamic Earth, reshaping the crust, Oceans, Atmospheric Forces, and Space.
Marine Science
by Thomas F. GreeneWritten for high school students, this book provides complete coverage of a one-year high school course in marine biology/oceanography.
Integrated Coordinated Science for the 21st Century
by Gary Freebury and Ruta Demery and Robert Ritter and Arthur Eisenkraft and John B. Southard and Michael SmithIntegrated Coordinated Science for the 21st Century is an innovative core curricula assembled from four proven inquiry-based programs.