The Impact of Drugs, Crime, Terrorism, and Cyber Threats in the Caribbea
The drug trade. Crime. Terrorism. Cyber threats. In the Caribbean, these cross-border Problems Without Passports (PWPs) have shaken the very foundation of nation states. Blending case studies with regional analysis, Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith examines the regionwide impact of PWPs and the complex security and sovereignty issues in play. The interaction ......
What is an American? Bruce P. Frohnen and Ted V. McAllister argue that we are, in fact, a distinct people with our own common character that transcends race, gender, ethnicity, and class. They find in our current political conflicts a crisis of identity that stems from changes, not just in our political, economic, and technological environment, ......
The Players, Moments, and Records That Were First in Team History
In the more than 150-year-history of the Chicago Cubs, fans have been treated to countless firsts- the first manager of the franchise (Albert Spalding), the first Cub to make 3,000 hits (Cap Anson), the first night game at Wrigley (August 9, 1988 vs. the Mets), the first to hit 500 home runs (Ernie Banks), and the first Cubs pitcher to win the Cy ......
Women and Mexican American Politics in Los Angeles, 1945-1981
Mexican American women reached across generations to develop a bridging activism that drew on different methods and ideologies to pursue their goals. Marisela R. Chavez uses a wealth of untapped oral histories to reveal the diverse ways activist Mexican American women in Los Angeles claimed their own voices and space while seeking to leverage ......
The magic of life with a cat! They keep us company, provide unconditional love, share in the ups and downs of our lives, and make every day an adventure. How do cats do it? They brighten our days, act as our therapists, and become our best friends-without saying one word. They're frequently hilarious, often heroic, and surprisingly human. And we ......
Be prepared to fall in love with your dog all over again as you read these heartwarming stories of pet parenthood, and the unconditional love, companionship and amusement our dogs provide. We're all crazy about our dogs. We can't get enough of them, and we can't read enough about them. This book contains 101 of our very best dog stories from ......
There is something truly magical about the way a little girl turns into her mother! That special bond continues-among grandmothers, mothers, and daughters. This collection of 101 stories, lovingly selected from our extensive library, celebrates the magic of mothers and daughters. From their undeniable bond, to the advice they share, the lessons ......
Whether you're a cat lover, a coloring enthusiast, or both, you'll love this unique collection of stories and illustrations from Chicken Soup for the Soul. Every two-page spread contains an original Chicken Soup for the Soul story and a fresh, modern illustration you can color and frame. What an incredible opportunity to nourish your soul and ......
The planet is dying. Our earth's climate has reached a point where it can no longer regulate itself. Fires, floods, and natural disasters are sweeping countries across the world. What does it mean to be a child citizen in the Anthropocene? Can we teach children a posthuman civics that can care for the more-than-human world? Extending on the ......
