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A Child Called 'It'
- One Child's Courage to Survive
- Narrated by: Brian Keeler
- Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins
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Dave was in first grade when his unstable alcoholic mother began attacking him. Until he was in fifth grade, she starved, beat, and psychologically ravaged her son. Eventually denying even his identity, Dave's mother called him an "it" instead of using his name. Relentlessly, she drove him to the brink of death before authorities finally stepped in. With faith and hope, Dave grew determined to survive. He also knew that he needed to share his story.
A Child Called "It" is the first of three books that chronicle his life. Through publications and public appearances, Dave is now recognized as one of the nation's most effective and respected speakers about child abuse.
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- Jason
- 26-11-16
Heartbreaking
Such a sad story, written well. Had a year in my eye. Definitely a recommended read.
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- Jackie
- 31-01-24
The truth
.....for those who ask the questions. this example of the hell too many american...global...children live within, you have the answers to 1) why do we need a death penalty and 2) why do children under 12 commit suicide. we can't afford to house child abusers in prison...the money should be used for early intervention, removal and a new life. Society is ignorant to just how many kids are in a living hell.
...heartbreaking....
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- andrea
- 18-03-16
such courage and resilianxe
i read this book many years ago and have now listened to it being told. its the best book ive ever read. it brought tears to my eyes. ishall go on to listenvto Dave Pelzers other books that i have also read
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- maurice cassidy
- 23-11-22
Heartbreaking
It's frightening how evil someone could be. His mother went from being perfect to a horrible evil bastard. It takes a very strong soul to come out the other end of that an flourish in life, fair play. listening to this will make you hope his mother is suffering an eternity of horrifying pain. It's awful to think that this happens children every day.
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- neil dixon
- 12-09-20
so sad and unbelievable but my god is it good x
so sad what happened to dave , no child should suffer any things like this im so proud of how he has .anaged to pull through and live his life s he has x well done dave
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- Anonymous User
- 01-02-18
heartbreaking story
very hard to hear at some points but a very good insight into the life of an abuse victim. feel so sorry for this guy. great book. would 100% recommend.
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- Janzkie
- 30-06-18
review on book David Pelzer.
I have enjoyed it very much I will be getting other books by David Pelzer and will be telling others to read.
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- Amazon Customer
- 21-09-21
inspirational and moving
finished it in 1 day, couldn't stop listing. inspired and moved by this story of survival
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- Anthony Kerr
- 22-02-24
Utter sadness
A most difficult story to hear but one that everyone person should. Knowing David went on, not only to survive, but thrive in life and help other children makes this story all the more compelling.
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- James
- 26-03-15
An amazing survival story
This truly brings into context just how blessed some people are. Having had a less than enjoyable childhood, I have learned so much humility since hearing these books by David Pelzer... They are a true inspiration. And to go from a feeling of expecting certain at such an early age, to surviving and making such progress and success as an adult.... Simply wow. God bless you David Pelzer. Brian Keeler, the narration was clean, crisp and full of passion.
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