social problems

Alternate chapters follow teenagers Todd and Viola, who become separated as the Mayor's oppressive new regime takes power in New Prentisstown, a space colony where residents can hear each other's thoughts.

A junior high school boy idolizes his older brother, the coolest, toughest guy in the neighborhood, and wants to be just like him.

A very simple look at such problems as pollution, hunger, and loneliness and what can be done about them.

The author, a family psychologist, relates her experiencesas a therapist, explaining her theory of empowering individuals within the context of a supportive family environment.

Brokaw weaves together stories from his life and the lives of others to present ways to revitalize the American Dream and to confront the challenges facing American society.

A collection of essays that offers varying perspectives on issues related to urban communities in the United States.

Examines the concept of progressivism, in which citizens demand the government do more for the public, looks at the role of progressivism in the history of the United States, and discusses related people, court cases, and events.

Offers advice on how to understand social statistics and how to recognize bad statistics that are sometimes put out by the media, or special interest groups; and presents analyses of a selection of bad statistics.

A series of essays analyzing questions or dilemmas relating to social issues.

A junior high school boy idolizes his older brother, the coolest, toughest guy in the neighborhood, and wants to be just like him.