The Attack on Pearl Harbor The Crisis in Darfur

Gr 7 Up—Whether discussing the events of December 7, 1941, or the continuing human tragedy in Darfur, these well-organized volumes present a wealth of clearly written analyses from a rich variety of viewpoints. With the inclusion of historical background, firsthand experiences, and discussions of particular points of controversy, they help to familiarize readers with the topics under consideration and serve as exercises in the development of analytical thinking skills. Viewpoints are drawn from a variety of sources including monographs, speeches, letters, government documents, and newspaper and magazine articles. Pearl Harbor includes "Parallels Between Pearl Harbor and 9/11" by Emily S. Rosenberg and the sidebar "The Design of the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor." Darfur includes "The United States, and the World Community, Must Continue to Act to End the Crisis in Darfur" by President Obama and a sidebar on "The "1990s Genocide in Rwanda." Welcome additions.—Brian Odom, Pelham Public Library, AL