Things Get Hectic: Teens Write about the Violence That Surrounds Them

By Youth Communication

Book Overview

From Simon & Schuster, Things Get Hectic explores how teens write about the violence that surrounds them--edited by Youth Communication.

Violence is commonplace in many teens' lives, be it bullying, gangs, dating, or family relationships. Hear the experiences of victims, perpetrators, and witnesses through more than 50 real world stories from teens.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0684837544
• ISBN13: 9780684837543
• Release Date: August 1998
• Publisher: Touchstone Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.4" x 8.4"

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this book because it is a must for who have no faith of teens being good and believing in change for a better world to live in as well as ones who are like the ones potrayed so they can change making their environment better. Pg 75 is a good example.

It's down to earth emotions behind violence and teenagers.

If you have ever experienced violence in any form, as you read this book you will realize that you are not alone. The thoughts that struck your head when violence presented itself upon your life are guaranteed to be similar to these teenagers. It's down to earth, not toned down in any way. You feel the pain, frustration and anger of these kids. Makes you wonder what you can do for them.