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Exploring the intriguing phenomenon of wild or feral children, this study delves into notable historical cases that have captivated audiences for centuries. It examines figures like Peter the Wild Boy and Victor of Aveyron, alongside stories of a savage girl in Paris, children raised by wolves in India, a boy among monkeys in Uganda, and a child living with wild dogs in Moscow. Through these narratives, the author offers a compelling look at the intersection of nature, nurture, and human society.
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Savage Girls and Wild Boys, Michael Newton
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- Savage Girls and Wild Boys
- Subtitle
- A History of Feral Children
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Michael Newton
- Publisher
- St. Martins Press-3PL
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 312
- ISBN13
- 9780312423353
- Category
- Psychology
- Description
- Exploring the intriguing phenomenon of wild or feral children, this study delves into notable historical cases that have captivated audiences for centuries. It examines figures like Peter the Wild Boy and Victor of Aveyron, alongside stories of a savage girl in Paris, children raised by wolves in India, a boy among monkeys in Uganda, and a child living with wild dogs in Moscow. Through these narratives, the author offers a compelling look at the intersection of nature, nurture, and human society.