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Presents beliefs of ancient peoples about the universe.

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Looks at the techniques authorities use to prevent terrorism, including surveillance, data analysis, biodetectors, and DNA evidence.

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Police (Emergency Response)

by Tom Greve

Published 1 August 2014
Children

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In The Theory of the Leisure Class, his first and best-known work, Thorstein Veblen challenges some of society's most cherished standards of behavior and, with devastating wit and satire, exposes the hollowness of many of our canons of taste, education, dress, and culture.Veblen uses the leisure class as his example because it is this class that sets the standards followed by every level of society. The sign of membership in the leisure class is exemption from industrial toil and the mark of suc...

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Tamin a Tempersaurus

by Eve Wilson

Published 29 July 2013

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A Child's Introduction to Norse Mythology

by Heather Alexander

Published 15 November 2018
Children

The newest book in the best-selling, award-winning A Child's Introduction series explores the popular and captivating world of Norse mythology. Organized into two parts, part one introduces characters like Odin, the leader of the Norse gods; Thor and his mighty hammer Mjollner; Frigg, weaver of the destinies of humans and gods; frost and fire giants; cunning dwarves like Brokk and Eitri; and many more. Part two tells the stories of the suspenseful myths themselves including The Creation of the C...

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Immigration (Library in a Book)

by John Powell

Published 30 December 2006

Dating back to the colonial period, immigration is now one of the most important - and divisive - issues facing citizens of the United States today as they enter the 21st century. A dramatic rise in illegal immigration, the demise of the cold war, a rapidly aging population, and the emergence of an international war on terror have combined during the past 15 years to create an untested environment in which immigration policy must be developed. Despite the failure of the anti-immigrant lobby to s...

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What Should I Do?

Published 5 November 2000
Children

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This updated edition allows readers to explore science through the investigation of famous mysteries. Using scientific techniques and case studies to provide a variety of possible explanations, readers are encouraged to examine the evidence, consider the motives, and make their own decisions. Books include eyewitness accounts and photos combined with scientific technique and theory.

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Discusses the concept of justice, its role in daily life, differing views of justice, how governments achieve justice, and individuals and organizations that have worked for justice.

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Internet Safety (Hot Topics)

by Nick Hunter

Published 1 July 2011
Children

Accessible yet sophisticated book that covers the risks involved in going on line and what you can do to protect yourself. Also asks whether more regulations on internet use are a good idea.

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Ghouls

Published 15 January 2022
Adult

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Revolutionary Voices

Published 1 October 2000
Young Adult