A child called "it"
David J. Pelzer
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A child called "it"
Published
1995
Publisher
Health Communications
Pages
184
ISBN-10
1558743669
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 longer considered him a son, but a slave; and no longer a boy, but an "it." Dave's bed was an old army cot in the basement, and his clothes were torn and raunchy. When his mother allowed him the luxury of food, it was nothing more than spoiled scraps that even the dogs refused to eat. The outside world knew nothing of his living nightmare. He had nothing or no one to turn to, but his dreams kept him alive--dreams of someone taking care of him, loving him and calling him their son.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in A child called "it"?
This edition of A child called "it" has approximately 184 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read A child called "it"?
For most readers, A child called "it" typically takes between 3h 50m and 2h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 46,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 4m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 46,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of A child called "it"?
The estimated word count for A child called "it" is approximately 46,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of A child called "it"?
A child called "it" was written by David J. Pelzer.
When was A child called "it" published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.