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Gr 3–6—This picture book biography tells the story of Joseph Merrick, who shortly after his birth began developing growths on his body, a putrid odor, and other characteristics that led to his famed nickname, the Elephant Man. Born in England in 1862, Merrick led a hard life, cast aside by those who could not get past his deformity. His stepmother forced him to leave school, refused to feed him, and eventually kick...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

This chronicle of the life and struggles of Joseph Merrick, the Elephant Man, is a humanizing narrative portrait covering his family hi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More