IRB Intro Post #3

For my third IRB selection, I have chosen The Lost Boy by David Pelzer. It is the sequel to the bestseller A Child Called "It." The first book focused on Pelzer's life as a victim of child abuse; his struggles, resilience, and coping methods. The Lost Boy is a narrative about his life after being rescued from his home where he was abused, and his life as a teen as a member of numerous foster homes. Both books provide a shocking, inspiring account of one of the worst cases of child abuse in California, and show the inner strength of the human spirit. Today, Pelzer travels around the U.S. educating the public on how to prevent/cope with/seek help for child abuse. He also carried the Olympic Torch for one of the games, and has received commendations from Presidents Reagan, Bush, and Clinton for his work.