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The Privilege of Youth by Dave Pelzer

The Privilege of Youth

A Teenager's Story of Longing for Acceptance and Friendship

by Dave Pelzer
  • Readers' Rating (36):
  • First Published:
  • Jan 5, 2004, 288 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Jan 2005, 240 pages
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Jason

I have read over all of his book and this is just another great one, i honestly dont like reading books and i never do but dave pelzer books are the only ones ill read
Mirna

This is a great book i really enjoed it love it and life keep on comming dont give up !!!!
Cheryl Jade

This and all of Dave's books are absolutely heart-breaking! These are true confessions from Dave, that describe his personal experience with child abuse, which almost lead to death. I have never been so touched by reading a book. To tell you the truth, "a child called it was one of the first books that I read from beginning to end, and wasn't forced to. I couldn't put the book down, read it every time I had a chance. Thats how I feel about all of his books. He truely is a walking angel, and I owe a lot to him as I believe that from reading his books he has changed my life forever! I will continue to recemmend these books to all caring people!Text
nick

It's an outstanding book that everyone should read!
morgan

dave pelzer is a brave man, who as a child went through some terrible experiences.i really enjoyed reading his books as they enlightened me into a totally different world & made me realise how lucky i am.from beginning to end i couldn't stop reading.
well written books that inspire others.thank you dave pelzer.
Patricia

this was a great book i have read all the other books that were written. I couldn't put this book down; i had to read this book cover to cover. I hade me cry and laugh. You are one insperational man.


good book inspirational
Dean Preston

I love this book because I felt the same way you felt when you where younger. Thinks for telling me your story. I now expanied my knowledge even farther into a great area. Just keep your hopes up and never give up. Rember that someone above you loves and cares for you other wise you wouldnt be here right now, telling all of us your very sad storys. Thanks. Dean Preston.

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