Hero or Villain? Claims and Counterclaims

Throughout history, there have been many controversial figures that divide opinion on whether they are considered a hero or a villain. This biography series will present an objective overview of the person at the center of the controversy and explore the complex and nuanced issues that illicit such opposing responses. Through understanding the historical context of their actions, as well as the arguments from both sides, students will be engaged to critically assess the layered and complicated responses to these prominent and divisive subjects.
Each Book Contains:
? A nuanced overview of the subject?s life, accomplishments, controversies, and legacy
? Informative, well-researched sidebars covering the individuals? contemporaries, their reactions to the subject, areas in which the subject was most active, a timeline of the individual?s life, and/or the institutions with which the subject was/is associated
? Glossary words, bolded in the text, help introduce readers to new, relevant terms
? Vivid photographs that capture the political and socioeconomic climates of the era along with giving a firsthand look into the subject?s personal and professional life
Curriculum Connections:
? In-depth studies of the subjects in question help readers assess their own arguments and invite critical thinking
? Historically sensitive content explains how the subjects influenced history, and how they are still influencing events today
? Educates readers about relevant time periods to help develop an understanding of why the individuals were controversial during their respective historical eras