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This is a terrific novel about an autistic boy who tries to solve a mystery in his neighborhood and ends up exploring much further both geographically and emotionally. The main character is very real and also very endearing. It is available on CD too and the reader is wonderful.
Tagged: Autism spectrum, Fiction
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This book details the fascinating life of John Elder Robison growing up with Asperger’s syndrome, before it had a name. As if that weren’t hard enough, he does this with Augusten Burroughs parents. True, John Elder Robison is Augusten’s brother. His life is just as exciting with a stint as a sound magician for KISS, fiery inferno bathtubs and wacky stunts, I couldn’t put it down.
Tagged: Autism spectrum, Memoir, Non-fiction