In this absorbing firsthand study, Theodore C. Bestor―who has spent a dozen years doing fieldwork at fish markets and fishing ports in Japan, North America, Korea, and Europe―explains the complex social institutions that organize Tsukiji's auctions and the supply lines leading to and from them and illuminates trends of Japan's economic growth, changes in distribution and consumption, and the increasing globalization of the seafood trade

Legal and Policy Dimensions traces the issue of the right to water through a number of international legal instruments, particularly General Comment No.15

The 1963 March on Washington civil rights rally was one of the greatest events in American history and will forever be etched into the American consciousness. This extraordinary film begins by documenting the preparations for the massive march, including food, sign building, and transportation. Next, crowds of people are seen marching towards the final destination, the Lincoln Memorial. The performances and speeches begin. This film is a priceless piece of history and can also be utilized as a fantastic teaching tool or student visual aide

Simon finds a magic hippopotamus in the garden. It shrinks if someone says a word meaning "small" and grows again if the word "hippopotamus" is said. Simon loves his new pet but finds out that it isn't the easiest kind of animal to keep

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is one of America's fastest-growing religions and, relative to its size, one of the richest. Church membership, now at over 12 million and growing, sweeps the globe. But from the moment of its founding in 1830, the church has been controversial. Within a month, it had 40 converts and almost as many enemies. In the early years, Mormons were hated, ridiculed, persecuted and feared. Yet in the past several decades, the Mormon church has transformed itself from a fringe sect into a thriving religion that embraces mainstream American values; its members include prominent and powerful politicians, university presidents and corporate leaders

The definitive series on the most colorful, popular and perfectly adapted creatures on earth, The Life of Birds traverses the globe, covering 42 countries and examining over 300 different species. Calling upon the immense skills of many of the world

The Brooklyn Bridge was not only a landmark, but also the first bridge of its kind. No one had ever used steel for construction, nor used cables of metal, nor built a suspension bridge so long. Until one man dared to try. In 19th century New York, where buildings were no more than five stories tall, engineer John Roebling’s soaring and majestic Brooklyn Bridge was nothing short of a technological miracle. But Roebling's innovation led to an uphill battle against the elements, corrupt politicians, and scientists who claimed the first strong wind would collapse the bridge to rubble. The History Channel™ presents the thrilling and comprehensive story of ''the eighth wonder of the world.'' Witness moving firsthand accounts, interviews with experts, and extensive footage that explores the many trials and disasters that plagued Roebling's masterpiece — and ultimately cost him his life