Akron Public Library

Discusses the events surrounding the imprisonment and execution of millions of Jews in Nazi concentration camps during World War II, and the establishment of a Jewish state in Palestine following the war.

Presents an overview of those groups, past and present, formed to promote the hatred of and violence against targeted minorities and explores ways to foster understanding and peaceful coexistence.

Explores various issues involving censorship, including civil liberties, obscenity, and the role of government.

Discusses the history, geography, culture, and current conditions in the People's Republic of China.

Presents background information on the Kurds and examines the history of their ethnic conflict with other peoples in the mountainous regions of southwestern Asia.

Examines teens and drunk driving, discussing how drinking affects driving ability, who drinks and drives and why, the law and drunk driving, and preventing drunk driving tragedies.

Describes eating disorders--including anorexia nervosa, bulimia, and binge eating disorder--and their causes, risk factors, effects, treatment, and prevention.

Examines the land, people, history and culture of Taiwan and discusses its current state of affairs and place in the world today.