A Child Called "It" by David Pelzer

Significance-
A Child Called "It," portrays a common conflict of abused children: Having to deal with everything on their own. Having to go through rough times as a child, Pelzer learned how to depend on no one but himself. Despite all the hardships that he went through, he always walked away with his head held high, due to the dreams that he had- the dream of belonging to a family. He became emotionally undefeated, and was able to handle his mother's abusive ways. He learned how to conquer many fears, hits, and battles inside the house, as well as the taunts of many children outside his home.
A Child Called "It" is one of the many great stories that proves that dreams, as well as the human spirit can endure anything, and remain whole at the end.

Perspective-
The story is told from the perspective of David Pelzer. He talks about several, horrific events that represented his daily life under the care of his mother.

Evidence-
In my opinion, I think what the author is trying to prove is that no matter what situation in life you are in, you must always be positive. Be a fighter, never give up, and always hold your head high, because this helps you, and pushes you to survive, and reach your dream. The author proves this by showing Pelzer's response to his mother's beatings;
"Hah ! You didnt kill me this time, and you wont kill me next time either!"
Instead of crying, and feeling sorry for himself, he gets up and shows his undefeatable side of him.

Connection-
The real world is always filled with numerous news about child abuse cases. This book portrays similar experiences that abused children go through. Pelzer's story still affects our world, and I believe that it always will. It helpsus reevaluate our lives, as well as the world around, us in many different angles.


Supposition-
Although this book was very simply written, I still think that it was well written. There may have not been "big" or "fancy" words, but the overall purpose of the book made up for it. I believe that Dave Pelzer's writing style is at its best in its simplest. It allows readers to understand him more and have more emotional responses to what they are reading.