Let's involve all the continents
589251
Good information yet it is only seem from the perspective of the Western part of the world. I think in order to have a richer, fair and effective implementation of not just women but also human rights we need, must have, inputs from every single continent other wise we will end making the same mistake we are doing now, imposing western values around the world and this can not be call neither "women rights nor Human".
Many time in book regarding this topic the writers mentioned how things work or are done in other cultures yet these experiences are seldom taken into consideration to be part of the solution of human rights.
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This is a great tool for learning the locations of all of the countries of South America since all of the pieces are shaped like the countries.  And learning country locations is the first step in a good geography foundation.  I have found that the school systems place far too little influence on geography these days.  So, I decided to give my kids this step up in this important yet often overlooked field.  I later noticed that this product can now also be purchased as a set of all the continents with a good overall discount as well.
956658
Robert Kelly has written a beautiful volume (which also is beautifully designed) that reminds us all where we come from, which underpins his ultimate theory that we are all cousins in a global community, and we will best serve our own self interests by working together.  He writes in clear and engaging language--he's a scientist who has met the challenge of writing a popular book for an educated lay audience.  This is a rare talent, and he meets the challenge in a personal and easily accessible style.  Dr. Kelly presents a hopeful view of the future, reminding us that cooperation and collaboration can be win/wins.  We all need this view of the future at this moment!
2565067
This book was done superbly.  As a homeschooling mom I decided this would be the book for our launch into world geography with our first grader.  The characters around the world in the book have names and that gives it an inviting start to any young reader.  Not only were 6 of the 7 continents introduced, plus many locations along the way, but the time zones of the world.
Wonderfully done.  Highly recommended.
1431835
A very much needed book. It is showing the world that everyone has a place on earth.
4074736
Please watch and act, we don't have much time left. It is very exciting to learn about new and old technologies that are available to save this beautiful planet. This DVD is a wake-up call without the doom mentality yet it creates urgency to act!
2103994
This book covers the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and their adventures whilst touring around the world. It shows you the difference between fans in every country, and not only that but many more interesting pictures.
3727218
Very interesting life journey and great information about the history of our planet.
This information should be integrated in the school system around the world  for the young people to learn.
2423576
Exceeds my needs during multiple continent travels.
4761577
Great! So let us do something to rid us of this problem. Let us learn from Europe so we do not fall into their trap. We are a country of freedom.
Thank you.
337740
Everyone who has any interest in the Earth and being part of It should read the book.heckEVERYONE should read this book!
727632
The knowledge dispensed in this excellant volume needs to be spread nationwide, not just to the residents in the Chesapeake region.  The scandal is a national one and should be a concern to all of us.  The author presents a clear cut analysis and deserves for his voice to be heard by all.  The concern should be for all environmentalists and to all in the military.  High school and college students also need to be made aware for there are those students who may well become involved in the eventual solution and clean-up.

Readability is the big plus for this book.  One does not need technical and professional background to understand what is presented here.  Most highly recommended for all those concerned with our Earth, not just for those immediately affected.
3126469
Africa is a huge continent with diverse geography and peoples, so any effort to encompass the entire history of the continent in one volume will, by necessity, either omit or minimize some aspects of that history.  For example, much of the history of Africa north of the Sahara is missing, as is the impact of Islam on the continent and the slave trade.  Note that the book ends in 1999, thereby giving only a brief summary of the effect Nelson Mandela had on South Africa or more recent political developments.

To be fair, each chapter in this well written book could have developed into a book of its own if everything known was to be included.  So, accept that this book, despite its length, is merely a summary and guideline of Africas history.  Nonetheless, it is a valuable read for anyone wishing to embark on exploring Africas vast geography and history.

Recently returned from a long trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe, I wanted to delve more into Africas history in order to better understand what I had seen and learned from numerous personal interviews with white and black, old and young citizens of those two countries.  I was specifically interested in how slavery developed,  how a small colonial population both exploited and controlled a larger indigenous population, how racial separation came to be the norm, and why numerous post-colonial African nation governments failed miserably.  Fortunately, these are the books strongest areas.  Now I have a framework for future detailed reading.

Most readers will find that many of their pre-conceived notions about African tribes, non-European African history, and African nation states will be wrong, as much of what Westerners have learned is framed by a European outlook and tradition.  This book illuminates and details these and other subjects from a relatively un-biased historical perspective.  [Yes, some will quibble over a few statements by the author, but thats to be expected of any book of this sweeping nature.]

It would have been helpful if some maps were included in the book to assist in defining various geographic areas with changing borders and names.  These could have been placed at the beginning of many of the chapters to refresh the reader on locations.  Overall, however, I am glad I read this book.
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I have read this book and I am going to enjoy sharing this book with the kids in our family to help them learn about countries around the world.
1919642
This is the most amazing book. Everyone should read. It is a long and authoritative read but can be picked up and put down without missing a beat. Unfortunately this pan-Americas perspective has not made it into the mainstream.
2198991
A compelling read full of insight and principles that apply to all nations. I cannot count the times I found myself shaking my head at the parallels between Australia and America. If parallels exist between our two countries it is logical to conclude they will exist between other nations.
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Take a good look around you.  The signs are numerous and unmistakable.  The Arctic glaciers are melting at an alarming rate. Entire island nations in the South Pacific are being permanently evacuated and tropical diseases are spreading as birds and insects migrate farther and farther north. Hardly a week goes by without another bizaare weather event dominating the headlines. It is against this backdrop that Ross Gelbspan brings us "Boiling Point: How Politicians, Big Oil and Coal, Journalists, and Activists Have Fueled a Climate Crisis--And What We Can Do to Avert Disaster".  This is the author's clarion call for the peoples of the world to take their heads out of the sand, set aside their differences and work together to solve a problem that threatens the world as we know it.

According to Gelbspan, an overwhelming majority of scientists around the world agree that the world must reduce carbon emissions by some 70%!  And we have less than two decades to get the job done. Obviously, there are major obstacles everywhere, not the least of which is the Bush administration who is clearly in the hip pocket of the oil and coal industry. In fact, less than two months after his inauguration, the President broke a campaign promise and stated that he would no longer seek to regulate power plant emissions. And throughout the remainder of his first term the President fought any kind of regulation on the energy industry tooth and nail. The author quotes longtime Bush supporter Robert Luft, President of Entergy Corp who flatly states "Still, I cannot express my frustration with his performance in this area...Make no mistake.  If today's leaders of government and business don't start understanding the need to take emissions reductions seriously, we will leave a grim, grim legacy for a children and our grandchildren."

After reviewing what divides us, Ross Gelbspan proposes a challenging three point plan that would help to bring about the dramatic changes that are needed to help avoid an environmental calamity.  And while I will not enumerate his proposal here it is safe to say that all of us as individuals and all of the nations of the world must put aside our many and deep differences and work for the common good.  The author is cautiously optimistic that given the right set of circumstances that this could actually happen.  Let's hope and pray that it can.  As another reviewer so aptly put it, "Boiling Point" is a must read for the responsible citizen.  Highly recommended.