America Now: Short Readings from Recent Periodicals

I received the book in less than 3 days at standard shipping level. It is an alright book. Probabily would be better if i was not forced to read it for class.

I haven't bought this 7th edition of the book, but I have the older 3rd edition of it (dark green cover, published in 1999). But the "look inside" option showcases the older edition, making me wonder if there is ANYTHING that is new and updated in this, and if so, what that might be. I was hoping the topics would be tweaked a bit, articles included would be updated/more timely, etc...but you really can't tell that from the listing. bottom line is why would I spend more money on this if it's the just same as what I already have?

These articles are great to use in the classroom, to spark discussions about current issues.

I recommend this book for anyone who has only a few minutes of reading time at different intervals. I enjoy reading these short, but very informative pieces, sometimes I only have a few minutes while waiting for an appointment and these seems to fill the void instead of starting another novel i know I will never have time to finish. I also find them good conversation starters and have encouraged others to read these pieces for a good friendly debate. My favorite piece is "Who shot Johnny?". This tragic, yet familiar story of a loss of innocence by a woman author who has overcome multiple odds against her really pulls at a readers heart strings and makes all Americans feel the problems which face inner city youth. The topics are very diverse and I think you will find something you like. I am buying the second volume and hope it will be as great as the first.