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In 1997, Mark Salzman discovered the profound impact of writing while teaching a class at L.A.'s Central Juvenile Hall, where he encountered violent teenage offenders. The boys candidly express their experiences leading to crime and reflect on their uncertain futures. Through their poignant and often humorous narratives, they confront their troubled pasts and seek hope for redemption. This exploration highlights the transformative and healing potential of writing, showcasing the resilience of youth in the face of adversity.
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True Notebooks, Mark Salzman
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- Released
- 2004
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- Title
- True Notebooks
- Subtitle
- A Writer's Year at Juvenile Hall
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mark Salzman
- Publisher
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Released
- 2004
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9780375727610
- Description
- In 1997, Mark Salzman discovered the profound impact of writing while teaching a class at L.A.'s Central Juvenile Hall, where he encountered violent teenage offenders. The boys candidly express their experiences leading to crime and reflect on their uncertain futures. Through their poignant and often humorous narratives, they confront their troubled pasts and seek hope for redemption. This exploration highlights the transformative and healing potential of writing, showcasing the resilience of youth in the face of adversity.