A Child Called It by David Pelzer: A Review of the Literature Miscellaneous Essay
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David James Pelzer is the well-known author of numerous books, some of his most recognized works being: A Child Called It (1995), The Lost Boy (1997), A Man Named Dave (1999), Help Yourself (2001), The Privilege of Youth (2004), and Life's Lessons (2004). Pelzer's books have had an effective influence on people of all ages, and he is considered to be not only an author, but an impressive advocate for children's rights as well.As a child, David Pelzer was severely abused by his mother for a period of eight years which he was told by authorities was one of the three worst cases of child abuse in California history.