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By Alice Miller. 1986, Meridian, 329pp. "Dr. Miller, one of the world's foremost psychoanalysts, uncovers the roots of the victimization of the child and shows us how to heal the wounds". (Near Fine)

By Evangeline Kane. 1989, Sigo Press, 232pp. "Basing her argument on mythology, the history of religion, literature on incest Dr. Kan takes us on an imaginal journey through the cultural and psychic dynamics of incest, from the psychology of the offender to the helpless revictimization of the incest victim." List $17.95. . (VG)

By Melba Wilson. 1993, Seal, 227pp. "Silent no more, Melba Wilson transforms her personal pain into an empowering message that affirms and validates the experience of black female incent survivors". (VG)

By Laura Davis. 1991, Harper Perennial, 350pp, 9x6". "Filled with information, support, and guidance, this book answers the most important questions asked by partners of survivors of child sexual abuse." (Near Fine)

By Laura Davis. 1991, Harper Perennial, 350pp. "Based on in-depth interviews and her workshops for partners across the country, Laura Davis offers practical advice and encouragement to all partners - girlfriends, boyfriends, spouses, and lovers - trying to support the survivors in their live." (Library discard with usual markings. Good+ in VG DJ in mylar wraps)

By Charles L. Whitfield, M.D... 1990, Health Communications, 152pp. "This book begins where many others describing adult children of alcoholics have left off. It describes and develops the concept of adult children of troubled or dysfunctional families in general, rather than focussing only on the alcoholic family". (Near Fine)

By Christine A. Courtois. 1993, Families International, 143pp, 9x7.5". From a continuing series. "These manuals are in workshop format and offer new approaches to service to families. They are mean to serve as a training mechanism and basic framework for group leaders involved in Family Life Educations workshops". (VG. Faint coffee stain on edge, but apparently unread)

By Wendy Ann Wood. 1993, Beyond Words, 275pp, 9.5x7". Second edition. Oversize paperback. "A collection of prose and therapeutic insights that create a powerful commentary on incest, rape, abuse, and the recovery process. Women and men share their personal experiences of childhood abuse and walk with the reader along the path toward wellness." (Near Fine)

By J. Konrad Stettbacher. 1993, Meridian, 137pp. "A self-help strategy that readers can pursue on their own to regain memories and sort out their reactions to the abuse.... In this powerful and illuminating book, Swiss therapist J. Konrad Stettbacher carefully outlines the principles of his groundbreaking therapy." .

By Dr. Susan Forward and Craig Buck. 1989, Bantam, 324pp, 7x4". List $7.99. (VG+)

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By E. Susan Blume. 1990 (1993), Ballantine, 321pp, 7x4". 10th printing. "What incest does to those scarred by it, affecting how they dress, their body image, and relationships, as well as their ability to feel and think. 28 percent of female children are victims of in cest, and most suvivors do not remember that the abuse took place at all." (Near Fine)

By Madeleine Landau Tobias and Janja Lalich. 1993, Hunter House, 304pp. Reference notes and index. (Good)

By Carol Jarvis-Kirkendall and Jeffery Kirkendall. 1989, Swan Press, 203pp. 1st. (Library discard with usual markings.. Good)

By Sandra Butler. 1978, Volcano Press, 208pp, 9x6". "The dynamics of, and society's response to, incestuous assault." (Library discard with usual markings. Good)

By Bob U.. 1991, Compcare Publishers, 149pp. (Near Fine. Previous owners stamp on title page and sticker on back cover)

By Ellen Bass and Laura Davis. 1989, Caedmon, 9x7.3". 3-hour program on two audio tapes. Abridged version of book, read by authors. "An inspiring, comprehensive guide that offers hope and encouragement to every woman who was sexaully abused as a child -- and those who care about her. The authors provide clear explanations, practical suggestions, a map of the healing journey, and many moving first-person examples of the recovery process drawn from their interviews with hundreds of survivors." (Fine. In original, sealed shrink-wrap packaging)

By Steven Farmer. 1990, Ballantine, 204pp. "Drawing on his own experiences as a survivor and his extensive work with Adult Children, the author describes the traits of an abusive family, then shows you how to discover and nurture yourself." (Near Fine)

By Gary Fisher and Robert L. McGrath. 1975, Mott Media, 213pp. "The first Christian autobiographical book written on child abuse by an author who experience abuse first-hand from his parents, police authorities, reform homes, and at mental institutions". (Good)

By Amber. 1992, CompCare Publishers, 152pp, 9x7". A larger-format notebook of drawings and hand-written text about the anonymous author's recovery from incest. "To all who, like me, are survivors of incest... If this book can help even one person who has been abused, or an abuser, or someone who is concerned about abuse, I will consider it a success. To me, seeking my own healing, I am its success -- Amber" . (Fine)

By Iris Galey. 1986, Mother Courage Press, 169pp. "Frau Dresden, our German housekeeper, offered me an apple after the funeral. I couldn't stand the smell of [them] because my father had blown his brains out, up there in the attic where the apples were stored for the winter. I was fourteen and he had done it because of me.... This courageous and sensitive personal account of an incest survivor is a story of inspiration and hope -- not one of despair and betrayal. First published in New Zealand to wide acclaim, the book now has best-selling editions in Switzerland and England". (VG)

By Charlotte Vale Allen. 1980 (1987), Berkley, 261pp, 7x4". A woman recounts her memories of sexual abuse. List $6.99. (VG. Multiple copies)

By Yvette M. Pennacchia. 1994, Cassell, 212pp. "Documents the traumatic journey back through the secret of her childhood incest and forward to recovery and to the creation of a healthy, new outlook on life. Pennacchia shares her struggle, agony, triumph and courage in the journal writings which she kept throughout her own recovery process". (Near Fine. No marks. First Edition)

By Toni A.H. McNaron (editor) and Yarrow Morgan (editor).. 1982, Cleis Press, 189pp. Incest survivors tell their stories. (VG. Light edgewear. No marks)

By Michele Launders and Penina Spiegel. 1991, Warner Books, 247pp, 7x4". 1st. "The story of Michele launders and her daughter Lisa. Formerly 'I Wish You Didn't Know My Name'". (Library discard with usual markings. VG+ in Permabound version of paperback. Very clean and bright)

By Dr. Susan Forward and Craig Buck. 1978 (1988), Penguin, 194pp. "Integrating her own experience in treating more than 300 victims and aggressors with this extensive research, Ms. Forward details the dynamics of incest; the underlying psychological motivations and the family situations that are most likely to create an incestuous environment." (Fine)

By Linda Katherine Cutting. 1997, Harper Collins, 240pp. "A survivor of incest movingly portrays the trauma and recovery she has experienced, and the refuge she found in music not only as an abused child but as an adult on the concert stage." (Fine in Near Fine DJ. Discreet remainder mark at top of page block)

By T. Thomas. 1989, Launch Press, 61pp. "This groundbreaking book, written by a male survivor, makes explicit the isolation and stigmatization of male survivors and discusses the fear and conflict of disclosure." . (VG)

By Laney Mackenna Mark. 1998, Warner Books, 125pp, 8x5". "Anyone grappling with the all-too-common consequences of a dysfunctional upbringing will find courage and enlightenment in this simple but deeping meaningful parable." Illustrated with color plates. (Fine in Fine DJ)

By Richard Rhodes. 1990, Simon & Schuster, 271pp. "A Pulitzer Prize-winning author's unflinching memoir of child abuse and neglect. It offers inspiring testimony of the transforming strength of love between two brother's and the healing power of memory and forgiveness." (VG+)

By Perry L. Draper. 1996, Perry Revell/Baker Book House, 280pp. Christian approach to dealing with memories of abuse. (VG)

(7/5/00) - Also listed on Christian Advice and Self-Help.

By Kathryn Harrison. 1991, Harper Perennial, 273pp. "This book tells the story of a young woman's attempt to reconcile the love she feels for her troubled family in light of the terrible pain they have caused her... Isabel's struggle to accept her past, and the accommodations she learns to make to it, stand at the center of an unflinching and psychologically brilliant tale, told with passion, generosity, and remarkable insight." . (VG-. Slight edgewear and faint fold on cover. Prev. owner's name inside)

By Blair Justice and Rita Justice. 1976, Human Sciences Press, 288pp. "The Justices emphasize the effect of environmental and social stresses on abusing families. They combine transactional analysis and Goal Attainment Scaling in treating these families." (VG in Fair DJ. DJ is foxed)

By Patricia Love and Jo Robinson. 1990 (1991), Bantam Books, 285pp. (VG)

By John Friel and Linda Friel. 1988, Health Communications, 198pp. "It is estimated that as many as 34 million people grew up in alcoholic homes but what about the rest of us? The authors provide a readable explanation of what happens to those of us who have had no alcoholism, but did have perfectionism, workaholism, compulsive overeating, intimacy problems, etc." (VG-)

By Suzanne Somers. 1992, Putnam, 317pp. (Library discard with usual markings.. Fair in Good DJ in mylar wraps)

By Steven J. Wolin. 1993, Villard, 238pp. (Library discard with usual markings. VG in VG DJ in mylar wraps)

By Gerald Bennett. 1989, Routledge, 200pp.   . (Near Fine in Near Fine DJ. Previous owners name stamped on FEP)

By Lewis B. Smedes. 1984, Harper Publishing, 151pp. "Explains the four stages of forgiveness: hurting, hating, healing and reconcilliation." (VG in Good DJ. DJ is worn around edges)

By Jacqui Bishop. 1992, Pulse, 172pp. (Good)

By Lillian Rubin. 1996, Basic, 229pp. "Uses inspiring tales of people who have managed to overcome harsh and painful pasts in an exploration of why some people are able to overcome traumatic and painful experiences." Published at $23.00.  . (Near Fine in Near Fine DJ. Remainder mark on bottom)

By Alice Miller. 1983 (1986), Farrar Straus Giroux, 284pp. "Translated from the German by Hildegard and Hunter Hannum. Ms. Miller is writing on the origins of violence in our youth and our society and how we can stop it." (Good+ Light underlining in pencil, bottom front corner slightly foxed)

By Alice Miller. 1983, Farrar Straus Giroux, 284pp. "Translated from the German by Hildegard and Hunter Hannum. Ms. Miller is writing on the origins of violence in our youth and our society and how we can stop it." (Library discard with usual markings. VG in VG DJ in mylar wraps)

(8/3/00) - Also listed on Adult Survivors of Child Abuse and Dysfunctional Families.

(1/2/00) - Also listed on Actresses and Female Comedians.

(1/2/00) - Also listed on Actresses and Female Comedians.

By Suzanne Somers. 1988, Warner, 366pp, 7x4". The actress reveals that she is the child of an alcoholic. (Good)

"Do you find you: * guess at what normal is? * lie when it would be just as easy to tell the truth? * have difficulty having fun? * take yourself very seriously? * have difficulty with intimate relationship? * constantly seek approval and affirmation? You are not alone. These are just some of the problems experienced by the more than 28 million Adult Children of Alcoholics."

By Janet Geringer Woititz. 1983, Health Communications, 135pp. (VG+ in VG DJ. First Edition. Book club edition)

By Wayne Kritsberg. 1988, Bantam, 158pp. "A step-by-step guide to discovery and recovery". (Fine)

By Patty McConnell. 1986, Harper and Row, 170pp. (VG-. Worksheets filled out on first 18 pages; rest of book unmarked)

(6/16/00) - Also listed on Love and Marriage.

By Herbert L. Gravitz and Julia D. Bowden. 1985, Fireside, 107pp. "Rich with insight and awareness, 'Recovery' explores the secrets, fears, hopes and issues that confront adult children of alcoholics". (VG)

By Judith S. Seixas and Geraldine Youcha. 1985, Harper Perennial Library, 208pp. "If one or both of your parents were alcoholics... You are still suffering, and you are not alone." . (VG)

By Susan Palwick. 1992, Tor, 179pp. A novel about child abuse. (Library discard with usual markings. Good+ in VG DJ in mylar wraps)

(8/8/00) - Also listed on Childhood Diseases and Health.

By Seth C. Kalichman. 1993, American Psychological Association, 245pp, 10x7". Provides suggestions and guidelines for reporting cases of suspected mistreatment of children, now mandated in all 50 states. (Fine in Fine DJ)

By Richard J. Gelles and Jane B. Lancaster. 1987, Aldine de Gruyter, 334pp. "Applies the biosocial perspective to child maltreatment and maladaption in parent-child relations." (Near Fine in VG DJ. No marks)

By Lloyd DeMause (editor) and de Mause, Lloyd. 1974 (1988), Peter Bedrick Books, 450pp. A collection of articles on child abuse from the 'History of Childhood Quarterly.' (Library discard with usual markings. VG, no DJ)

(6/11/00) - Also listed on Family Murder.

By Alan. M. Dershowitz. 1994, Little Brown, 341pp. First Edition. "More and more Americans accused of violent crimes are admitting to the chartes, but arguing that they shouldn't be held legally responsible because of previous "abuse" of one kind or another." (VG, no DJ)

By Paul Eberle and Shirley Eberle. 1993, Prometheus, 416pp. (Library discard with usual markings. VG in VG DJ in mylar wraps)

"It began with the cry of a young girl and escalated into the victimization of dozens of citizens for allegedly committing horrific sex crimes against children. Soon families were broken up, adults were accused of heinous crimes and were prosecuted, without anyone questioning the methods of the so-called experts. Now, an independent attorney, who spent a year in Wenatchee, pieces together the story of one of the most blatant cases of misuse of power and miscarried justice since the McCarthy witch-hunts." Washington

Click on title above for more information. This book argues that recovered memories are often unreliable and may report abuse that never happened.

By Richard Ofshe and Ethan Watters. 1994, Charles Scribner's Sons, 340pp. "As the failings and excesses of recovered-memory therapy have become more widely known, the entire field of psychotherapy is in danger of being discredited." (Library discard with usual markings. VG in VG DJ)

By Mark Pendergrast. 1995 (1996), Upper Access, 635pp. 2nd Edition. "Pendergast makes a strong case that what began as a way to empower women has now victimized them, isolating them from friends, family, and their true memories." The product of three years of research into abuse cases. List $24.95.

By David Hechler. 1988, Lexington Books, 375pp. AUTOGRAPHED by the Author on fep. (Fine in Near Fine DJ)

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(7/14/00) - Also listed on Mental Disorders.

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