Kanye West is controversial and undeniably talented. An unlikely hip-hop star from Chicago, he first started as a music producer in New York. Kanye has produced an extraordinary number of hit songs for other superstars of rap. His first chart-topping solo album forever changed the world of hip-hop. In this book, vibrant photographs put the spotlight on Kanye's unique sense of style while the text focuses on the story of his rise in the music industry....

An account of the September 11 attacks in the United States, with a discussion of the war on terrorism, anthrax attacks, and new security measures put into place since that day.

Discusses the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait; historical background on Iraq, Kuwait and the Persian Gulf region; biographical information on Saddam Hussein; U.N. and U.S. actions; and the Persian Gulf War.

Surveys the background and causes of urban unrest in America and describes the 1992 riots in Los Angeles and their aftermath.

Simple text and photographs describe the life, career, and charity work of singer and actress Selena Gomez.

Examines historic and contemporary legal decisions regarding abortion, on both the state and federal levels.

Presents the political history of Ireland, including the effects of British rule, and the struggle to reconcile differing visions of the future of the six counties of Northern Ireland.

Follows the life of the hip-hop artist who is known for her upbeat songs and unique sense of style.

Provides background on eleven countries that were formerly part of the Soviet Union and examines the problems they face since declaring independence in 1991.