They Cage the Animals at Night: The True Story of an Abandoned Child's Struggle for Emotional Survival

He held a BA in forensic psychology from John Jay College. . He passed away in 2013. Jennings Michael Burch was the author of the bestselling autobiography They Cage the Animals at Night. He worked as a New York City policeman, a chauffeur, a theater manager, a magazine pressman, and a short-order cook

Bricker, National Director, Boys Clubs of America   “This heartbreaking, shocking, ultimately triumphant tale is an extremely important book.”—Lucy Freeman, author of Fight Against Fears   “A must for every libraryshould be required reading for every couple expecting a child.”—Sally Struthers   “This heart-wrenching, autobiographical account…has the power of a Dickens novel.”—Booklist   “A winner—gripping, unforgettable, shattering.”—Flora Rheta Schreiber, author of Sybil. Your Not Listening   “A deeply moving and inspiring story.&rd

But while his experiences are both shocking and devastating, his story is ultimately one of hope—the triumphant tale of a forgotten child who somehow found the courage to reach out for love and found it waiting for him.. Instead, he clung to a tattered stuffed animal named Doggie, his sole source of comfort in a frightening world.Here, in his own words, Jennings Michael Burch reveals the abuse and neglect he experienced during his lost childhood. The heartbreaking, iconic true story of an abandoned little boy’s horrific journey through the American foster care systemOne misty evening, Jennings Michael Burch’s mother, too sick to care for him, left her eight-year-old son at an orphanage with the words, “I’ll be right back.” She wasn’t.Shu

I wish him and his family well wherever they may be Jennings understated narrative lends credence to a wrenching, hard-to-believe story. I once knew Jennings personally and held Doggie in my arms when I introduced him to a class of my 5th graders in Chappaqua, NY some years back. Sorry to say I've lost touch with him. But his impact, personally, professionally, and emotionally on me and my students shall NEVER be forgotten. Especially on Rosey. I wish him and his family well wherever they may be, and in whatever form the fates have decreed.. Jonathan said Wrong Cover Art, But Still Happy. My only gripe is that the cover art is not what they are advertising here. The cover I received has the blocky title text. Other than that, shipped fast, in good condition. I'm happy.. "A Strong little boy." according to UQ. Heartbreaking story of a little boy that just wanted to be loved. All the things this child went through seem impossible for him to still be so sweet and charming. He has a heart of gold and compassion for those that are not so nice to him. His Mother sadly just didn't have what it took to support one more child. I would love to meet him as an adult. I'm sure "Doggy" Is still around. I loved the story, so touching. A child should always know love and he is loved.