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My Story

The complete bestselling trilogy (A Child Called It, The Lost Boy, A Man Named Dave)
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My Story by Dave Pelzer is a harrowing autobiography recounting the author's journey from a childhood filled with severe abuse to his eventual triumph over adversity. Through resilience and determination, Pelzer rises above his traumatic past, sharing his experiences with honesty and hope. This memoir highlights themes of survival, courage, and the human spirit's ability to overcome formidable challenges.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in a powerful and inspirational story of resilience and survival. Dave Pelzer shares his harrowing experiences of childhood abuse and his journey towards healing and empowerment. It offers a poignant reminder of human strength and the capacity for recovery, making it a compelling read for those who are moved by true stories of overcoming adversity.

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My Story

The remarkable, true and inspirational trilogy from No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author Dave Pelzer, now in one volume.

A CHILD CALLED 'IT' sold over a million copies in the UK and around the world It has been translated into 20 languages A CHILD CALLED 'IT' was on the NEW YORK TIMES bestseller list for 147 weeks THE LOST BOY was in the SUNDAY TIMES bestseller lists for six months, reaching No. 1 Dave Pelzer is one of America's most effective and respected speakers He was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and was named one of the 10 Outstanding Young Persons of the World 'What has made Dave Pelzer's story a bestseller is that it is also a story of redemption. It is a story where love, kindness, patience and endurance triumph' DAILY MAIL 'A powerful account that spares few details, but ultimately this story is one of struggle in adversity, one of hope and of freedom...It is the sort of story that we need to know about, the sort of story that we cannot deny...I am glad I read it' NSPCC Review 'Dave Pelzer conveys brilliantly how his own determination allowed him to keep alive his dream of one day finding a family who would be proud to call him their son. Truly touching, and emotionally shocking. A marvel' BEST 'His tale will both break and warm your heart' THE MIRROR

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A Child Called It is Dave Pelzer's story of a child beaten and starved by his emotionally unstable, alcoholic mother: a mother who played torturous, unpredictable games that left one of her three sons nearly dead. Dave was no longer considered a son, or a boy, but an 'it'. His bed was an old army cot in the basement and when he was allowed food it was scraps from the dogs' bowl. Throughout, Dave kept alive the dream of finding a family who would love and care for him.

The Lost Boy: the harrowing but ultimately uplifting true story of Dave's journey through the foster-care system in search of a family who will love him.

A Man Named Dave: the gripping conclusion to this inspirational trilogy. With extraordinary generosity of spirit, Dave takes us on a journey into his past. At last he confronts his father and ultimately his mother. Finally, Dave finds the courage to break the chains of the past and learn to love, trust and live for the future.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780752864013

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 September 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 496

About the Author

Dave Pelzer is recognised as one of America's most effective and respected communicators addressing corporations, conventions and health/psychology/primary care workers. His unique accomplishments have garnered personal commendations from Ronald Reagan and George Bush. He was selected as torchbearer for the 1996 Olympic Torch relay. He has dedicated his life to helping others help themselves.

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