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Publisher: Hart Pub Co (April 1984)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0805512993
ISBN-13: 978-0805512991

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,901,161 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A necessary book for any parent, May 29, 2002

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A friend of mine gave me this book, and, after reading it, I remarked to him that, if it weren't against Neill's "principles of freedom," Summerhill should be mandatory reading for everyone who wants to become a parent, before they can have children! This was one of the best books I've ever read. I instantly recognized many elements in Neill's teachings, and realized my parents had used some of them in my upbringing. I have bought this book for all of my friends who have or plan to have children, and I plan to read my own copy over and over, as I raise my own. If more people knew about and studied Neill's teachings, the recent violence in schools would not exist, and our current society would be a much healthier and happier place.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring !, January 4, 1998

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We used this book as a guide for our first child, now 25.
We dug it out for reminders during our second child's early years (now 14).
Our daughter has informed us that we are soon to be grandparents, and we are impressed with the fact that she and her husband are also interested in the code of freedom for children that this book declares necessary.
It's very satisfying to know that one's children have turned out happy, caring and thoughtful.
This book is an insightful guide to achieving that success.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I am a product of Neill's method of child rearing., March 26, 2000

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I am in college and in the process of reading this book for a book review for my parenting class. My mother recommended it to me because it was the book that she based her methods of child rearing after. I am 20 years old and number 7 out of the 8 children in my family. None of us are psychopaths, all of us are quite happy. My parents did give us a lot of freedom when we were being raised and am grateful to them for it. I love life and I love my family dearly. As I prepare for marraige and raising children, I am sure I will look to this book frequently for inspiration.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous
Its a magnificient book that has helped me greatly to understand and support my children. The author utilizes a method that has the potencial to awake our minds from our sleeping... Read more

Published 6 months ago by Juan C. Sanchez

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic text that everyone should own
I reread Summerhill after a lapse of many years. And the wisdom - and love of life - is as fresh as ever. Summerhill was not just a school, but a philosophy. Read more

Published on May 22, 2005 by Vinnie

5.0 out of 5 stars Not so radical, really!
This book was given to me by a well meaning friend, who brought up her kids this way. I loved it and think that the titel should be revised "a sensible approach to child... Read more

Published on March 16, 2002 by nathalie243

5.0 out of 5 stars thumbs down
Thank you Mr. Neill for your contribution to the Columbine massacre. Your approach to child rearing has spawned such mentality, in my opinion.

Published on May 6, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended as an alternative approach to raising your child
This book and Neill's thoughts will awaken hidden and possibly repressed thoughts and feelings that you have about yourself. Read more

Published on September 16, 1996

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