The Age of Innocence

by Barbara Murrell, Ed.D.

The Age of Innocence
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The Age of Innocence

by Barbara Murrell, Ed.D.

Published Apr 25, 2009
178 Pages
6.14 x 9.21 Black & White Paperback
Genre: FICTION / General


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Book Details

HIV/AIDS AMONG CHILDREN,

TEENAGERS, AND YOUNG ADULTS ARE ON THE RISE!

This story is being told through the eyes of teens. England and Gabriel are ambitious high school students who believe in God and will go through some trials as they embark on their journey. On their high school journey they will come across some girls who are jealous and do not like them. Therefore, they will have to learn how to deal with them and their temperament. They will also learn about a friend who has been diagnosed with HIV. They will come in contact with several of his partners and won’t be sure if they are infected with the deadly disease because there is no way they can tell from outer appearance. The only thing they know is the deadly disease is robbing the communities of talented and gifted young people.

Follow the girls on their turbulent ride as they experience the life as teenagers and face the disease that plagues our communities. Help them deliver the message on how HIV is attacking our youth in all ethnic groups nationwide.

 

Book Excerpt

In today’s society pre-teens, teenagers and young adults are acquiring risky behaviors which make them prime candidates for sexual diseases. There is an increase in HIV/AIDS infection rate among this group. However, HIV/AIDS affects African-American youth at a higher rate than other ethnic groups. More than two out of four teens say they know someone with HIV or have died from AIDS.

 

About the Author

Barbara Murrell, Ed.D.

The author, Barbara Murrell, was born and raised in south Florida. She has been in the field of education for a total of 20 years, four years in adult education and 16 years with the public school systems. She graduated from Albany State University with several degrees. She has a B. S. in business with emphasis in marketing, a master’s degree in special education, and a specialist degree in education administration. She received a doctorate in education leadership from Nova Southeastern University. She is a youth mentor and the mother of one.