Authors:Andrew Cherry, Mary E. Dillon, Douglas Rugh,
Publisher: Greenwood Press
Keywords: view, social, issues, world, substance, global, abuse
Number of Pages: 243
Published: 2002-03-30
List price: $59.95
ISBN-10: 0313312184
ISBN-13: 9780313312182

The world has over 141 million drug abusers, and that number is on the rise. Different countries have different ways of dealing with substance abuse and some have been successful while others have been less so. This book examines this deadly social issue through these case studies highlighting 13 different countries from around the world. Discover which countries keep the death rates from substance abuse low and how; how countries control the supply of drugs; and in which countries tactics seem to be failing. Approaches vary, highlighting the lack of easy solutions.

Authors:Andrew L. Cherry Jr., Mary E. Dillon, Douglas Rugh,
Publisher: Greenwood
Keywords: view, social, issues, world, teenage, global, pregnancy
Number of Pages: 240
Published: 2001-09-30
List price: $65.00
ISBN-10: 0313311951
ISBN-13: 9780313311956

Teenage pregnancy is a worldwide problem that accompanies the initiation of sexual activity at increasingly younger ages. This unique reference resource provides students with cross-cultural comparisons of the issues associated with teenage pregnancy. Fifteen different countries are explored in detail to give a global perspective of teenage pregnancy and to challenge students to think about how the problem should be addressed.

Author: William A. Rugh
Publisher: Praeger
Keywords: arab, television, politics, radio, newspapers, mass, media
Number of Pages: 280
Published: 2004-02-28
List price: $55.00
ISBN-10: 0275982122
ISBN-13: 9780275982126

Since 9/11 and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, many television viewers in the United States have become familiar with Al Jazeera as an alternative take on events from that presented by mainstream U.S. media, as well as a disseminator of anti-American invective. Westerners have tended toward simplistic views of Arab newspapers, radio, and television, assuming that they are all under government control and that freedom of press is non-existent. William A. Rugh, a long time observer of the Arab mass media, offers a more nuanced picture of the Arab press as it relates to the political situation

Author: William A. Rugh
Publisher: The Public Diplomacy Council
Keywords: public, diplomacy, worlds, islamic, arab, engaging
Number of Pages: 184
Published: 2004-12-13
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 0976439107
ISBN-13: 9780976439103

Engaging the Arab & Islamic Worlds through Public Diplomacy A Report and Action Recommendations Edited by William A. Rugh As the U.S.-led war on terror presses on, many Americans wonder why foreign public opinion has grown measurably hostile to the United States and what can be done about it. These questions cannot be adequately addressed without understanding how U.S. policies toward Arab and Muslim worlds are conveyed to these nations through our public diplomacy efforts. Engaging the Arab and Islamic Worlds through Public Diplomacy is the first book to tackle these issues by

Author: Karla S. Rugh D.V.M. Ph.D.
Publisher: Barron’s Educational Series
Keywords: owner, manuals, pet, complete, schnauzers, miniature
Number of Pages: 96
Published: 1997-04-10
List price: $8.99
ISBN-10: 0812097394
ISBN-13: 9780812097399

The miniature schnauzer, which has been a distinct breed since 1899, derives from the standard and giant schnauzers that originated in Germany more than 600 years ago. This manual specifies the AKC’s official standards for the breed, analyzes a schnauzer’s typical behavior patterns, and gives advice on selecting and purchasing, feeding, health care, grooming, training, breeding—and simply having fun with this energetic and good-natured little dog.

Author: Karla Rugh DVM
Publisher: Barron’s Educational Series
Keywords: owner, manual, pet, complete, setters, english
Number of Pages: 96
Published: 2000-10-01
List price: $7.99
ISBN-10: 0764114956
ISBN-13: 9780764114953

Whether purchased as a sporting dog or a pet, this dog makes a handsome, intelligent companion. Books in the Complete Pet Owner’s Manuals series present basic information for new or soon-to-be owners. Advice and instruction covers feeding, housing, health care, training, grooming, and much more. Texts emphasize pet care basics and are easy for all readers to understand. All books in this series are filled with high quality full-color photos and instructive line drawings. Length averages between 64 and 104 pages.

Author: Karla S. Rugh D.V.M. Ph.D.
Publisher: Barron’s Educational Series
Keywords: owner, manuals, pet, complete, schnauzers, barron, miniature
Number of Pages: 96
Published: 2009-10-01
List price: $8.99
ISBN-10: 0764142453
ISBN-13: 9780764142451

The Miniature Schnauzer is an intelligent dog, but to keep him well-behaved his owner should provide regular physical exercise and mental stimulation. The titles in Barron’s Complete Pet Owner’s Manuals series make great introductions to the pleasures and duties of pet ownership for inexperienced and soon-to-be pet owners, as well as for older children having their first experiences with pet care. Attractively illustrated and filled with helpful information, these books advise on purchasing, housing, feeding, health care--and where applicable, grooming and training pets. Each boo