Addiction |
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| Editor:
| Schaefer, Wyatt |
| Series title: | Social Issues Firsthand Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7377-2494-3 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2007 |
| Publisher: | Cengage Gale
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| Imprint: | Greenhaven Press, Incorporated |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $48.40 |
Book Description:
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Illuminating the often-neglected human side of society's pressing problems, this must-have collection of essays broadens and balances readers' exposure to the topic of addiction. Each essay is a personal narrative written by individuals with first-hand experience in addiction, sharing the facts on a personal level. Readers will hear a celebrity discuss his addition. They will learn about an addict who moved from alcohol to crack. A dad tells his story about living in fear for his son's...
More DescriptionIlluminating the often-neglected human side of society's pressing problems, this must-have collection of essays broadens and balances readers' exposure to the topic of addiction. Each essay is a personal narrative written by individuals with first-hand experience in addiction, sharing the facts on a personal level. Readers will hear a celebrity discuss his addition. They will learn about an addict who moved from alcohol to crack. A dad tells his story about living in fear for his son's life. Another essayist describes the challenges of loving a drunk. These personal stories will leave a lasting impression on your readers, allowing them to form intelligent opinions.