Status
Available
Publication
Authorhouse (2019), 178 pages
Library's review
"A Clown in Cobwebs is Walt Nelson’s memoir about a boy with various physical differences born to a family who thought those differences were a sign God was displeased with them. Frank the father turned this belief into shame and became violent towards his son while Walt was still a baby. Despite
Reviews from Amazon. Com Readers:
Travel through the narrative of Walt’s life, beginning with the shocking treatment that he received as a child to victories of overcoming battles in the schoolyard and beyond. Wonder at the cruelty inflicted on young Walt, at the hands of his father. Then celebrate as Walt finds support from his grandparents, counselors, friends, and then, true love. This gripping narrative is overflowing with the classic elements of man versus man, man versus nature, and man versus himself. An account of heartbreak, loss, and then triumph and joy, this one is not to be missed.
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his father’s anger and shame, Walt was determined to live a life enriched with love and possibilities." harmonspeaks.com Reviews from Amazon. Com Readers:
Travel through the narrative of Walt’s life, beginning with the shocking treatment that he received as a child to victories of overcoming battles in the schoolyard and beyond. Wonder at the cruelty inflicted on young Walt, at the hands of his father. Then celebrate as Walt finds support from his grandparents, counselors, friends, and then, true love. This gripping narrative is overflowing with the classic elements of man versus man, man versus nature, and man versus himself. An account of heartbreak, loss, and then triumph and joy, this one is not to be missed.
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Language
Original language
English
ISBN
1728324475 / 9781728324470