This is the classic work by the psychologist Alice Miller. It's a small volume, but I know of no other work that has captured more cogently the pain and suffering inflicted by parents on gifted children.

Miller relates the plight of gifted children, drawing from her own experience, examples in literature, such as Hermann Hesse's Demian, and many stories from her own practice.

It's highly recommended for parents who want to raise self-confident gifted children, or gain insight into their own painful past. However, this is not a how-to book, or a textbook. It's a very personal book, and will require self-reflection on the part of the parent. This is so applicable for parents of gifted children because so many of them were gifted children themselves. If you're looking for a better way for your child on an emotional level, this is a fantastic place to start.

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