Breaking the Cycle

By Eboni Wilson

Breaking the Cycle [Nov 01, 2003] Wilson, Eboni This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0974638404
• ISBN13: 9780974638409
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: In Time Publishing & Media Gro
• Length: 234 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Not prize-winning literature, but insightful

I've read a lot of books by people trying to get into the minds of street characters who "live tough", but here the "characters" lose their fictional guise and what is left is a less glamourous portrayal of modern-day neighborhoods infected by poverty and crack. Dr. Wilson explains the disenfranchisement of poor African Americans and how that abandonment, through welfare programs and general disinterest from society, leads to self-destruction. On a happier note, his book proves that education is the escape and the beacon of hope for poor kids who are otherwise discouraged to dream. I disliked his sometimes disorderly style of writing, especially the beating like a dead horse of the use of corny as mom's grits cliches. Even the cover of the book, as you can see, is cliche. Once you realize this, Dr. Wilson's understanding of the situation is valuable enough that occasionally cringeful wording is worth overlooking. Dr. Wilson's victory over personal struggles, of course, make the book an inspiring read.

Great story and a great young man.

I had the pleasure to meet the author of this book last weekend in Pullman, WA and was inspired to go buy and read his book.I'm glad I did. What a great young man who has a lot to offer the youth today. I recommend this book to all educator's and coaches and anyone else who deals with today's youngsters.