Miller, Debra, editor Iran

Miller, Debra, editor     Iran     

Greenhaven Press see Gale/Cengage         2011   224p   27.50   978-0-7377-5182-6           

hs                    Current Controversies#4 (Gale/Cengage)      E-BN

            In a series of reprinted articles from the last two years, the threat

posed by Iran is evaluated. Both sides of the argument are well represented.

Some of the reading is challenging due to high level vocabulary. Grades 9-12.

            Whether Iran is a regional or worldwide threat is explored in a series of

speeches and articles from leading think tanks and respected writers. Each

section starts with an overview of the issue presented to provide background to

student researchers.  Chapters include the threat Iran╒s nuclear program poses,

relationships between Iran and Iraq, the viability and purpose of Iran╒s Green

Movement political party, and what the United States should do to Iran within

the framework of foreign policy. Each chapter starts with an author╒s statement

giving pertinent information about their work related to Iran. A list of

organizations that focus on issues presented in the book, further reading, and

extensive index complete the book. Recommended for grades 9-12.    Current

Controversies contain titles reflecting current events in the news. A selection

of reprinted articles and speeches give students an overview of varying

viewpoints related to the issue. Extensive index, organizations to contact

further aid the student. Gr. 9-12.    McNicol,Lois