Books by James Ciment

Thoroughly revised and expanded, this is the definitive reference on American immigration from both historic and contemporary perspectives. It traces the scope and sweep of U.S. immigration from the earliest settlements to the present, providing a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to all aspects of this critically important subject.

A reference for those researching the historical and contemporary details of more than 170 issues confronting American society. The entries in this book cover several social issues - including economic, scientific, environmental, criminal, legal, security, health, and media topics.

Presents descriptions and analyses of more than 170 significant post-WWII conflicts around the globe. Organized by region and including more than 180 detailed maps and 150 photos, this illustrated reference highlights the conflicts that dominate the headlines and the events that changed the course of late twentieth-century history.