"A Child Called It: One Child's Courage to Survive"

Paper Summary:

The writer notes the five most significant points David Pelzer makes in his book "A Child Called It: One Child's Courage to Survive" and how they relate to the practice of sociology. The writer describes how the author underwent abuse and violence by his mother and still turned out to be a good man and a good father. The writer recommends this book to any social worker.

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"Early in the book, Dave indicates one of the most important aspects of this book and his own life. He has the will to survive, no matter what, and that will is all that gets him through his experiences sometimes. He writes, "Mother can beat me all she wants, but I haven't let her take away my will to somehow survive" (Pelzer 4). This will is what will seem him through difficult times ahead and ensure that despite a dysfunctional family and abuse, he will survive, and grow into a viable and purpose-driven adult who is concerned with abusive families and works with at-risk youth."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Pelzer, Dave. A Child Called It: One Child's Courage to Survive. Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 1995.

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