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This annual reader from CQ Researcher provides students with detailed descriptions and interpretation of the most important current issues. Chapters include background information, the current status of the issue, the outlook, notes, a bibliography, and a section on voices from abroad. General topics include the international political economy, international issues, and conflict, security, and terrorism. Specific subjects range from prospects for peace in the Middle East to women's rights, human trafficking and slavery throughout the world, the future of the EU, Islamic sectarianism, and more. Annotation ©2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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Are you tired of simplistic treatment of the world's most important issues? So many competing readers offer simple black and white treatment of today's complex problems. Help your students see the shades of gray. In this annual reader, Global Issues: Selections from CQ Researcher, 2013 Edition, reporters offer students an in-depth and nuanced look at a wide range of today's most pressing issues, ranging from changes in the Middle East and prospects for peace to cyber warfare and conquering AIDS. Each chapter identifies the key players, explores what's at stake, and offers necessary background and analysis so students understand how past and current developments impact the future of each issue.
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