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Injustice In Thalia Chalta's Because I Am Furniture

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Throughout the book "Because I Am Furniture" by Thalia Chaltas, Anke is a victim of injustice because she is abused by her father along with her brother and sister. This life Anke lives is normal to her but let me explain further on how Anke is a victim of injustice. First of all Anke is ignored. She doesn't get any attention

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