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Murphy's Boy

Murphy's Boy

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His name was Kevin but his keepers called him Zoo Boy. He didn't talk. He hid under tables and surrounded himself with a cage of chairs. He hadn't been out of the building in the four years since he'd come in. He was afraid of water and wouldn't take a shower. He was afraid to be naked, to change his clothes. He was nearly 16.

Desperate to see change in the boy, the staff of Kevin's adolescent treatment center hired Hayden. As Hayden read to him and encouraged him to read, crawling down into his cage of chairs with him, Kevin talked. Then he started to draw and paint and showed himself to have a quick wit and a rolling, seething, murderous hatred for his stepfather.

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ISBN13: 9780380652273
ISBN10: 0380652277
Language: English
Publication Year: 1983
Format: Paperback

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  • One Line Summary

    A gripping story of a boy's silent resilience and escape.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you're drawn to stories of quiet strength and transformation, Murphy's Boy might really resonate with you. The narrative’s focus on Kevin’s inner world and the subtle progress he makes is both moving and inspiring. It’s a compelling read that demonstrates how patience and kindness can unlock hidden depths in someone struggling to find their voice.

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