Marty Gitlin
Author
Publisher
Lyons Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"The Ultimate Boston Red Sox Time Machine presents a timeline format that not only includes the Red Sox's greatest moments{u2014}including its nine World Series wins and individual achievements{u2014}but focuses also on some very unusual seasons and events, such as the refusal of the New York Yankees to go up against them in the 1904 World Series, the derivation of its name, and of course the famous Curse of the Bambino. There are dozens of impressive,...
Author
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Powerful Moments in Sports: The Most Significant Sporting Events in American History encompasses more than a single player, team, or game. This book looks at how a particular event revolutionized a sport, how a contest of speed inspired a nation, or even how a humble victory affected the world. Martin Gitlin considers such impactful moments as Jackie Robinsons integration of Major League Baseball, Gertrude Ederle becoming the first female to swim...
Author
Publisher
Lyons Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"[This book] explores the best-of-the-best cartoon characters from the 1920s to the 21st century. Casting a wide net, it includes characters both serious and humorous, and ranging from silly to malevolent. But all the greats gracing this book are sure to trigger nostalgic memories of carefree Saturday mornings or after-school hours with family and friends in front of the TV set"--Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Greenwood Press
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
An overview of the history of the Ku Klux Klan that discusses the society's origin, philosophy, members, and actions; and includes biographical sketches of significant individuals as well as primary source documents and a time line.
Series
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Transgender rights are not just limited to bathroom bills, though the controversial issue has dominated news headlines for the past few years. What basic human rights are afforded to transgender and nonbinary U.S. citizens is a mystery to many. The viewpoints in this resource lay out the issues in a concise and informative way, offering measured arguments as to why trans Americans are a protected class, as well as arguments for why they don't need...
Author
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"The candid autobiography of all-star pitcher "Sudden Sam" McDowell, whose alcohol-fueled life quickly and famously spiraled out of control, and his ultimate redemption as a counselor for other athletes suffering from addiction"--
Series
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"The Black Lives Matter Movement has shined a light on the frequently unequal treatment of African Americans by the US justice system. This has led to some backlash, including the protest slogans All Lives Matter and Blue Lives Matter. The viewpoints in this volume examine the truths regarding the justice system and people of color in the United States. Do the police have a problem when it comes to racial discrimination? Is the court system biased...
11) Student protests
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Few would argue that students have the right to protest, but what forms of protest are acceptable? From the Vietnam War era to the more recent National School Walkout, students have used walkouts as a form of protest. Yet some teachers and administrators admonish such efforts because they waste precious class time and detract from learning. Others believe that, while peaceful protest is always the best first step, violence is an acceptable option...
Series
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"To some, the idea of a border wall with Mexico represents a necessary and practical barrier to illegal immigration and the perceived host of ills that are associated with it. To others, it is both an unrealistic and inhumane effort that demonizes desperate individuals and families who are only seeking a better life. The debate is fierce and is bound up with competing notions of crime, ethnicity, opportunity, fairness, justice, and what America promises,...
Series
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Climate change is real ... depending on who you ask. Scientists and environmentalists have been going head-to-head and toe-to-toe with CEOs and politicians over our global resources, insisting that a large-scale climate crisis is upon us. This collection of diverse perspectives looks at all sides of this fraught debate, discusses the pros and cons of global action to curtail climate change, and offers ideas and solutions for what readers can do about...
