Category: Textbooks

Why does peace fail? More particularly, why do some countries that show every sign of having successfully evolved from civil war fall once again into armed conflict? What defines why peace “sticks” after some wars but not others? In this enlightening study, Charles T. Call examines the factors behind fifteen

With its modern chapter organization and new “Focus on Genomics” boxes, iGenetics: A Molecular Approach (PDF) reflects the increasing molecular emphasis in today’s experimental study of genes while helping college students develop an appreciation for classic experiments and problem-solving skills. Although molecular topics are presented first, instructors can assign the

The most practical, accessible, and affordable introduction to moral reasoning and ethical theory. Beginning Ethics: An Introduction to Moral Philosophy (ePub/PDF) provides college students with the theoretical and logical tools they need to navigate the ethical quandaries in their daily lives. Clear writing, practical pedagogy, an emphasis on critical thinking,

More than ever, successful argumentation is a vital part of academic success–and has an abundance of real-world applications. But learners don’t benefit when they are bogged down with technical abstraction and jargon. Through Practical Argument, 4th Edition, (PDF), bestselling authors Stephen Mandell and Laurie Kirszner make argumentative writing accessible with

Mathematics research papers offer a forum for all mathematics enthusiasts to exercise their mathematical experience, knowledge, and excitement. The research paper process characterizes the differentiation of instruction, as each student chooses their own topic and extends it as far as their motivation and wish to take them. The benefits and