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Durrett, Deanne
3 Reviews
(4)
YA
Hot Issues series.
This overview includes discussion of privacy rights versus the enforcement of safety in schools, the right to keep private court and medical records, and the difficulty of retaining privacy when searching or shopping on the Internet. Though Durrett's writing style is lackluster, she does write clearly about an issue likely of interest to many teens. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Mary R. Holt
(4)
YA
Hot Pro/Con Issues series.
These books cover the two main sides of each issue, while a final brief chapter summarizes the points on each side or discusses finding common ground. The authors use quotes, statistics, and examples that will help students prepare for their own debates, but the examinations of the issues are still fairly superficial. Drug Testing has a glossary. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Maeve Visser Knoth
(4)
YA
People in the News series.
Olympic gymnast Moceanu and golf phenomenon Tiger Woods are the subject of two wordy biographies that delve into their professional successes and provide positive personal information. Though both Tiger and Dominique have many young fans, the closely spaced texts and muddy black-and-white photos don't make the books very inviting. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
3 reviews
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