Lamar Public Library

Twenty-three essays present opposing arguments on several topics related to Islam, including the status of women under the religion, whether its values conflict with those of the West, and whether it promotes terrorism and violence. Includes an introduction, glossary, bibliographies, and a list of related organizations.

Essays explore varying viewpoints on issues surrounding alcohol, including the health benefits of alcohol, alcohol abuse, alcoholism treatments, and government regulation of alcohol.

Contains twenty-three articles in which the authors provide varying perspectives on the issue of biological warfare, debating the seriousness of the danger of biological weapons, nations and groups that pose the greatest threat, U.S. preparedness, and prevention measures.

Presents different points of view on the issue of endangered species, discussing such topics as prioritizing the protection of species and determining U.S. policy on endangered species in other countries.

Provides a collection of articles that offer varying viewpoints on the subjects of tobacco and smoking, covering such topics as secondhand smoke, nicotine addiction, and cigarette taxes.

Examines differing viewpoints on domestic violence focusing on its causes, how men and women are affected, and how it can be stopped.

Provides an overview of the many opinions and issues surrounding hate groups, their beliefs, and actions.

Collection of articles debating what type of economic and diplomatic policies the United States should adopt toward China.