poverty

A collection of articles debating issues related to poverty in America, including its causes, its effect on minorities, and how poverty can be reduced.

A collection of twenty-six essays that offers varying perspectives on issues related to poverty, debating if it is a serious problem in America, its causes, how it should be reduced, and how global poverty should be addressed.

A survey of the economic history of the twentieth century with photos, artwork, and maps.

Discusses the issues surrounding poverty.

When his father is arrested as a debtor in 1849 London, fourteen-year-old John Huffman must take on unexpected responsibilities, from asking a distant relative for help to determining why people are spying on him and his family.

A young black boy grows in courage and understanding by learning to read and through his relationship with his devoted dog Sounder.

After his father leaves their family, twelve-year-old Uton Hinds, known as Tall T, tries to earn extra money in his Jamaican village and tries to further his education as he ponders how he feels about his father's behavior.

An investigation of the global food network, exploring the reasons why obesity and world hunger are both at historical highs, looking at how individual tastes and preferences are manipulated, and discussing the links between the food system and farming communities, corporations, governments, consumers, activists, and movements.