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Little Boy Lost follows the life of Dominic, a sixteen‑year‑old who, after a childhood seizure left him mentally youthful, trains as a prize‑fighter while living in a special care centre. His story illustrates the challenges faced by young people with mental disabilities and abused children, and highlights the pivotal role of social workers in their rehabilitation. When a new staff member breaks a sworn trust, Dominic becomes a target in a dangerous conflict, yet he persists to confront betrayal and reaffirm his agency as a survivor.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Shane Dunphy
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