Beating the Odds: Crime, Poverty and Life in the Inner City

Resource Type

Book

Description

"This inspiring story shares the story of a young boy who overcame the obstacles of a neglectful home life, juvenile crime, and abusive foster parents to become a successful professional. The author offers insights gained from his sociology training to explain the complexities of juvenile gangs and deviant behavior. He also discusses recommendations for how to improve the foster care system from his first-hand knowledge." --Publisher (barnesandnoble.com)

Ages

All Ages

Age Groups

Adulthood (22+)

Languages

English

ISBN

0878687653

Author

Robert P. McNamara

Publication

1999 Child Welfare League of America, Inc

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