Violence on the Screen

"Voices" looks at some of the issues that are most relevant to teenagers today. The series aims to stimulate debate and discussion with a minimum of text and strong illustrations. A key feature is the use of primary-source quotes throughout to explain different viewpoints and to give a global perspective. "Violence on the Screen" deals with an issue that has sparked furious debate. It explores subjects such as: the pros and cons of depicting violent acts on screen; whether violence on the screen leads to real-life violent crime; and censorship versus the right to freedom of expression.

Reviews

These books have a strong magazine style design to appeal to the young adult market, their aim being to stimulate discussion and tackle these topical issues very much through the eyes and voices of the teenager. The Bookseller Back to School Supplement

About the Author

Clive Gifford, author of Violence on the Screen and Gangs is an experienced editor and writer who book Refugees was shortlisted for the British Book Awards 2004.