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"A Child Called It" is a nonfiction biography that documents David J. Pelzer’s traumatic childhood in California, where he endured severe physical and emotional abuse from his mother. The book describes the harsh conditions he lived under—sleeping on an old army cot, wearing torn clothing, and receiving meager, spoiled food—while revealing his inner resilience and dreams of escape. It offers a stark look at domestic violence and dysfunctional family dynamics, providing a powerful testament to perseverance and hope.
First publish date: September 1, 1995
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: David J. Pelzer
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