I>History in Dispute< /I> series has a thematic, era or subject-specific focus that coincides with the way history is studied at the academic level. Each volume contains roughly 50 entries, chosen by an advisory board of historians and academics. Entries begin with a brief overview summarizing the controversy. This introduction is followed by two or more signed, point-counterpoint essays of 1,500 to 2,000 words each. Features include excerpts from primary source documents to illuminate the viewpoints presented with each entry; photographs and drawings of individuals, sites, objects or documents pertinent to the event or topic; and a chronological list of events. Volumes include a cumulative subject index.< p>Look for coverage of: < ul>< li>World War II< li>Civil and human rights< li>The Cold War< li>The Depression< li>The Vietnam War< li>The Civil War< li>World colonization< li>The rise and fall of nations< li>Biblical times< li>The Soviet Union< li>Native America< li>And more< /ul>