The Forbidden Experiment: The Story of the Wild Boy of Aveyron

This paperback edition shows signs of wear, including creases on the spine and edges. The pages are yellowed, typical of age, but remain intact. The binding is firm, ensuring the book can be read without issue. There is no dust jacket, as is common with paperbacks.

The Forbidden Experiment: The Story of the Wild Boy of Aveyron by Roger Shattuck, published by Washington Square Press and Pocket Books in New York, is a fascinating exploration of the historical case of a feral child found in France. This edition, first printed in April 1981, delves into the psychological and historical significance of the Wild Boy of Aveyron, offering insights into human nature and development. Roger Shattuck, a respected scholar, provides a detailed account that remains a critical reference in studies of feral children and psychology. The book is a softcover edition, identified by ISBN 0-671-42209-X, and is a first printing by this publisher. It remains an important work for those interested in psychology and history, and is becoming increasingly scarce in this edition. The book is in fair condition, with some wear evident on the cover and spine.