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64 pp.
| Enslow
| June, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7660-1640-4$$19.95
(3)
YA
Hot Issues series.
In unsensational language this book briefly presents national statistics on runaways, reasons why teens run (including parents who kick them out), a brief description of the hazards of street life, agencies that offer help, and methods of prevention. Occasional color photos illustrate the text, which is carefully footnoted; lists of agencies and websites are appended. Bib., ind.