(3) YA Impact Book series. An ardent arms-control advocate, Cheney writes an earnest, detailed account of the history of nuclear proliferation, including current government policies designed to limit the spread of nuclear technology, past and present nonproliferation treaties, the problems caused by the breakup of the Soviet Union, and ideas for curbing future nuclear development. Black-and-white photographs are included. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jackie C. Horne

(4) YA Impact Book series. An overview of genetically engineered plants and animals, their benefits and risks to humans, and their potential for ending hunger and fighting disease are among the topics covered in this sometimes dryly written volume. The chapters that trace the history of genetic engineering and describe methods of gene transfer are extremely technical. The accompanying black-and-white photographs are unimpressive. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(4) YA Impact Book series. Exploring the sometimes questionable links between government and big business, the book discusses political lobbying, government handouts to corporations, and the campaign finance reforms that both Democrat and Republican leaders have promised. The chapters providing historical background are informative, but the overall writing style is dry and unengaging. The black-and-white photographs add little to the text. A list of websites is included. Ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(4) YA Impact Book series. Discussing the various reasons for missing children, such as runaways and parental child-snatching, the book solidly dispels the exaggerated figures of "stranger abductions" often reported in the media. Although the murders of missing children is a valid related topic, the inclusion of material on random schoolyard ambushes and fatal child abuse seems to veer away from the main subject matter. Unexceptional black-and-white photos are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.