Provides an overview of genetic engineering, discussing what it is and why it is important; features biographical sketches of key individuals related to the topic; collects data, documents, and opinions central to the genetic engineering controversy; and includes a list of resources for further research, and a glossary of terms.

Explores all aspects of incarceration at the state and federal levels, providing an overview of the prison system since colonial times, biographies of key figures in American penology, a chronology of notable events in penal history, and information on prisoners' rights, famous legal cases, and policy changes.

A handbook on energy use which includes timelines, biographical sketches, tables, directories of organizations, and much more.

Publisher's description: The use of fracking is a tremendously important technology for the recovery of oil and gas, but the advantages and costs of fracking remain controversial. This book examines the issues and social, economic, political, and legal aspects of fracking in the United States.

"This book reviews the role of windpower in human history, its potential to be a major source of energy in the near and more distant future, and the questions, problems, and issues associated with the development of wind energy ... opens with a chapter that provides a historical background to the way wind power has been used by humans over the past 2,000 years. The narrative then shifts to the modern day and a review of the ... issues associated with...