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More copies of this ISBNThe Privilege of Youth: A Teenager's Story of Longing for Acceptance and Friendshipby Dave Pelzer
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:The #1 New York Times and #1 internationally bestselling author who is a shining example of what overcoming adversity really means now shares the final stage of his uplifting journey that has touched the lives of millions.
From A Child Called "It" to The Lost Boy, from A Man Named Dave to Help Yourself, Dave Pelzer's inspirational books have helped countless others triumph over hardship and misfortune. In The Privilege of Youth, he supplies the missing chapter of his life: as a boy on the threshold of adulthood. With his usual sensitivity and insight, he recounts the relentless taunting he endured from bullies; but he also describes the joys of learning and the thrill of making his first real friends — some of whom he still shares close relationships with today. He writes about the simple pleasures of exploring a neighborhood he was just beginning to get to know while trying to forget the hell waiting for him at home. From high school to a world beyond the four walls that were his prison for so many years, The Privilege of Youth charts this crucial turning point in Dave Pelzer's life. This brave and compassionate memoir from the man who has journeyed far will inspire a whole new generation of readers. Review:"A monumental series of books about courage and triumph. Pelzer demonstrates, as few have, that it is in the darkest skies that the stars are best seen." Richard Paul Evans, New York Times-bestselling author of The Christmas Box and The Last Promise
Synopsis:A Child Called "It" has sold more than three million copies; The Lost Boy has sold more than two million copies; A Man Named Dave has sold more than 1.5 million copies. The three books have spent more than ten years combined on the New York Times bestseller list.
Synopsis:From A Child Called “It” to The Lost Boy, from A Man Named Dave to Help Yourself, Dave Pelzer’s inspirational books have helped countless others triumph over hardship and misfortune. In The Privilege of Youth, he shares the missing chapter of his life: as a boy on the threshold of adulthood. With sensitivity and insight, he recounts the relentless taunting he endured from bullies; but he also describes the thrill of making his first real friends—some of whom he still shares close relationships with today. He writes about the simple pleasures of exploring his neighborhood, while trying to forget the hell waiting for him at home. From high school to a world beyond the four walls that were his prison for so many years, The Privilege of Youth bravely and compassionately charts this crucial turning point in Dave Pelzer’s life and will inspire a whole new generation of readers. About the AuthorDave Pelzer is the #1 New York Times and #1 internationally bestselling author of A Child Called "It", The Lost Boy, A Man Named Dave, and Help Yourself. He travels extensively throughout the country speaking to thousands of people about overcoming obstacles in their lives. He has appeared on Oprah and The Montel Williams Show, among other national media.
Table of ContentsChapter 1. A Good Man's Departure 1
Chapter 2. A Lost Boy 15 Chapter 3. Wonderland 33 Chapter 4. The Neighborhood Threat 45 Chapter 5. Brotherhood 61 Chapter 6. Moving On 87 Chapter 7. Girl World 109 Chapter 8. A Boy and His Car 127 Chapter 9. Wake-Up Call 151 Chapter 10. Stepping Out 175 Epilogue 199 Acknowledgments 211 Duinsmoore Way Perspective 213 I. David Howard II. Michael Marsh III. Mrs. Howard Keynotes 227 About the Author 229 What Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!Average customer rating based on 2 comments: 
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