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Title: A Child Called "it"
Words: 765
A Child Called "It"
Dave Pelzer, the author of A Child Called "It" is a surviving victim of child abuse. Written from his viewpoint, this inspirational story takes readers into the horrifying reality of his childhood. The rage, isolation, loneliness, and pain felt by child abuse victims becomes glaringly apparent. The author's goal in writing this book is to educate and inform readers about child abuse and the possible extent of it.
From the ages of five to twelve, Dave Pelzer was brutally beaten and starved by his mentally disturbed alcoholic mother. At first, he lived a healthy and normal life with his parents and brothers. However, his mother unexpectedly transformed into a monster, venting her anger and rage on her helpless child. To satisfy her sick needs, she devised ...
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