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Working Americans 1880-2018 Volume XV:
Politics & Politicians
This volume of The Working Americans s eries profiles 29 Americans whose professions and passions have taken them into the political arena. Like the other volumes in this series, this work spans over 135 years and observes the lives of working Americans of various ages, locations, and social backgrounds.

Inclusion is not limited to politicians, or those who work for them. Although not a simple term, two basic definitions of “politics” apply to the actions of those profiled in this work: 1. activities, actions, and policies that are used to gain and hold power in a government or to influence a government; 2. the way that people living in groups make decisions.

This work includes profiles of:
  • appointed officials (Supreme Court Justice, Secretary of Defense)
  • elected officials (senator, mayor, congressman, school board member)
  • those who worked for politicians (press secretary, speech writer, legislative aide)
  • and those who worked passionately for or against a cause (campaign worker, lobbyist, political hacker or “hacktivist”).
Pub Date: October 2018
ISBN: 978-1-68217-714-3
Price: $150.00
Each 12-15 page profile starts with a brief introduction and photograph of the subject, then moves to three bulleted sections.

Life at Home  details what life was like for these individuals regarding spouses, children, or parents. It might include what their house looked like, a typical dinner, their daily routine, and how they dressed.

Life at Work  details typical workday activities. It includes work environments, attitudes, and relationships with co-workers.

Life in the Community  offers insight into the individual's neighborhood, often with some geographical and social history, as well as a sense of the area's economy and recreational opportunities.

Profiles also include:
  • Historical Snapshots chronicle major events and milestones, allowing the reader to develop a broader understanding of the period.
  • News Features are excerpted from the local media; these thought-provoking articles put the issues affecting the individual in context.
  • Selected Prices examine what things cost during the time period, to further enrich the reader's understanding of their cost of living, family finances, and budgets. Prices include food items, clothing, jewelry, tickets for leisure activities and so much more.
  • Illustrations include photographs, news clippings, advertisements, postcards, posters, quotes, songs, and cartoons add interest to each chapter and depth to the reader's understanding of the world that the individual or family lived in.

The Working Americans  series has become an important reference for public libraries, academic libraries, and high school libraries. These volumes will enrich the reader's understanding of American history, through the eyes of its people, and will be a welcome addition to all types of reference collections.
Opinions Throughout History: Immigration
Pub. Date: May 2018
ISBN: 978-1-68217-722-8
Price: $195
This volume tracks the changing national views on immigration. An introduction follows immigration throughout history, what it means to be American, and why it's important.

A timeline of significant events related to immigration is followed by 30 related documents in chronological order.

Accompanying each document is a 1,500 word analysis and commentary, detailing the significance of the document and how it reflects the ongoing tensions between opposing priorities of immigration in America.

Back matter includes historical snapshots that provide an understanding of the times. Also included is a list of primary and secondary sources, and a glossary of terms.
The time period covered is sweeping. The content starts with the 1798 Treaty With the Delawares, which established a nation-to-nation relationship between European colonists (the first immigrants) and various indigenous American societies, and ends with the Smithsonian article, " America's True History of Religious Tolerance." Each chapter includes an introduction, list of topics covered, conclusion, discussion questions, and works cited. Photos and other images, quotations, and sidebars further enhance this title.
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The Gun Debate, Third Edition
“This is a good updating of a solid source of material on gun rights and gun control.”
--Library Journal
 
“A most welcome update. …This well illustrated work presents the various sides of the issues in a fair, nonbiased manner.”  --Choice 
With public debate of gun violence at an all-time high, this third edition of The Gun Debate: An Encyclopedia of Gun Rights & Gun Control in the United States combines history with current events. The goal of this new edition is to present a balanced and unbiased approach to this controversial issue . With a total of 374 entries, 40 of which are new to this edition and the rest updated and revised, coverage includes recent gun laws and legislation, mass shootings and gun incidents, and new information from the groups who support gun rights and those who advocate for stricter gun control.
 
New entries discuss police shootings, hunting culture, gang violence, the Castle Doctrine, the New York SAFE Act, and recent shootings in Tucson, San Bernardino, and Orlando.

Special features distinguish this title from other works on the topic. These include:
  • Introductory Essay by the authors
  • Chronology of the debate
  • Guide to Selected Topics
  • Primary Documents - 25 original documents
  • Several Appendices provide valuable information
Pub. Date: December 2016
ISBN: 978-1-68217-102-8
Price: $165
With equal coverage devoted to themes of gun rights and gun control, this important resource provides readers with ample background information on this important issue, combined with comprehensive coverage of today's leaders and organizations involved in the gun debate, alongside coverage of current events and viewpoints. This new edition will be an important addition to public, university, and high school libraries.
U.S. Land & Natural Resources Policy,
Third Edition
“A valuable resource for upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty”
-- Choice
Pub. Date: July 2018
ISBN: 978-1-68217-729-7
Price: $165
This new edition is a comprehensive overview of the policy debates surrounding U.S. public lands and the natural resources they contain. The volume traces the origin and evolution of policy, explores the natural resources and land policy regulations and deregulations in the current Trump administration, and debates the future direction of land and natural resources policy.
 
  • Highlights of the new edition include:
  • Individual chapters that examine the Politics of Public Lands, the tension between Preservation and Consumptive Use, the History & Evolution of Public Lands, Major Provisions of Federal Public Lands and Natural Resource Laws, thoughtful coverage of the Key Issues, including Endangered Species, Forests, Grazing, Mining, Water, Parks & Wilderness, and the Ongoing Debate about Public Lands and Natural Resources.
  • An expanded Primary Documents section which provides an exploration of more than 30 sources, including current articles, debates and historical court cases. 
  • National & State Data, Maps & Rankings that provide detailed statistical data including land designations, land use, natural resources, national parks & landmarks. State by state Energy Summaries and Maps provide the reader with additional background information;
  • Policy Contacts & Industry Resources which highlight data on the Department of the Interior with a helpful Organizational Chart along with detailed profiles of important DOI agencies and their regional offices.
  • An Historical Timeline that allows the reader to view important land and natural resources policy changes and events, in chronological order, from 1787 to 2018.
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