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A Man Named Dave by Dave Pelzer

A Man Named Dave

A Story of Triumph and Foregiveness

by Dave Pelzer
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  • First Published:
  • Oct 1, 1999, 284 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Sep 2000, 304 pages
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dave

i think your books give an example of the effects of child abuse they help me cope with my own experiences.
zoe

your books was brilliant i couldnt put them down i cried through them all
bobby Haisch

I love your books they are very good IM a fchild right onand im going thought a hard time untell i read yourbooks i have read all your books booksText
bobby Haisch

I love your books they are very good
anna

i first came across a child called it in my school library.after the first chapter i was well and truly hooked!!!ive rad all 3 now.ive never come across a series of books that have provoked laughter,tears,anger and joy in me all at the same time.dave is truly unique and so inspiring,its makes me wish i was as brave as him.thanks for sharing your story to the world,dave,you're an inspiration to us all!!!xxx
Tina

I, thought it was a very true account of a terrible childhood which i felt i had experienced with him !
Timothy Harrington

The greatest series ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sal

I have never read such a great book that really made me think. Thank You

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