Atypical
Life with Asperger's in 20 1/3 Chapters
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4.1 • 9 Ratings
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- $8.99
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- $8.99
Publisher Description
The poignant, funny, and truly unique observations of a young writer diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome.
"Please be forewarned that you are about to read the observations and life lessons of someone who entertains himself by farting in public and conversing in gibberish with his cats."
Thus begins the charming, insightful, and memorable story of Jesse Saperstein. Diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, a mild form of autism, Jesse has struggled since childhood with many of the hallmark challenges of his condition-from social awkwardness and self-doubt to extreme difficulty with change and managing his emotions.
He has also worked hard to understand and make the most of his AS- developing his keen curiosity and sense of humor, closely observing the world around him, and most of all, helping others with AS to better cope and even thrive. Told with endearing and unflinching honesty, Jesse brings his unique perspective to the circumstances of his life and his condition.
Customer Reviews
humorous and entertaining
I found this to be a very entertaining and quick read. The stories are fantastically written and the author's open and honest dialogue was incredibly refreshing. I would recommend this book to everyone.
Very honest
My AS afflicted grandson is 10 years old and I can tell you that this book reveals his future. He is going through the same situations as the author. Although the book is heartbreaking in places it is also hilarious It is very honest although too much attention was paid to his Appalachian hiking and it tended to get a bit "preachy" It is an important book for those trying to understand AS
Atypical
As a parent of a fabulous boy with high functioning autism, I found this book so relatable. I could see the hope and humor as well as feel pain and frustration that the author has been through and that I predict my son will face too. There are so many narratives about dealing with the great challenges of raising a child with autism but this was the first that I felt related to our experiences.
The author is both witty and poignant. I highly recommend this book.