Teens explore the history of the Great Recession from a journalistic viewpoint to understand the causes of the decline and its effect on the worldwide economy. Part of the Odysseys in Recent Events series Empower young people to become informed citizens with a journalistic view into the people, events, and issues affecting our world. Each volume takes a comprehensive dive into its topic, providing advanced readers with a depth of knowledge and insights, and encouraging further research and study. The sophisticated design features striking photos and multiple sidebars provide relevant examples for additional discussion and thought. The informational text promotes critical thinking and awareness of global issues. Ages 12 - 15 Nonfiction, 80 pages, 2023 ISBN 9781640267114