A Child Called It
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Book Description
This book chronicles the unforgettable account of one of the most severe child abuse cases in California history. It is the story of Dave Pelzer, who was brutally beaten and starved by his emotionally unstable, alcoholic mother: a mother who played tortuous, unpredictable games--games that left him nearly dead. He had to learn how to play his mother's games in order to survive because she no longe... More
Book Information
Publisher | Orion Publishing Group |
Binding | Paperback (37 editions) |
Reading Level | Uncategorized |
# of Pages | 148 |
ISBN-10 | 0752833944 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0752833941 |
Publication Date | /2002 |
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1/26/2010 Allyn Stotz said: This is a very sad but enlightening book about a man who goes through terrible abuse from his mother. I commend the author for having the courage to not give up but strive ahead and make a life for himself.
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tags: I recommend, Inspired me, I read
5/11/2009 Debbie Williamson said: Hard to take but very needed... This book is one that will touch your heart and change you.
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