When Ruben was born with severe cerebral palsy his grandfather banished him to an orphanage, telling his mother he was dead. Ruben's life was a series of freezing dormitories, rotting food and cruel carers. He was haunted by the rumour his mother had abandoned him. But the occasional kindnesses shown to him -- a fig, a mouthful of chocolate, a conversation -- fed his passion for life. Ruben was determined to escape the orphanages and seek out the truth about his mother. This is his heroic story.
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When Ruben was born with severe cerebral palsy his grandfather banished him to an orphanage, telling his mother he was dead. Ruben's life was a series of freezing dormitories, rotting food and cruel carers. He was haunted by the rumour his mother had abandoned him. But the occasional kindnesses shown to him -- a fig, a mouthful of chocolate, a conversation -- fed his passion for life. Ruben was determined to escape the orphanages and seek out the truth about his mother. This is his heroic story.
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Seller's Description:
This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 250grams, ISBN: 9780719561375.
