Look Me in the Eye by John Elder Robison
From the time he was three or four years old, John Elder Robison realised that he was different from other people.
John has a life that is humanity's version of extreme sportEven without the Asperger's he would have had an appalling childhood ... This is no misery memoir, however. He is a gifted storyteller with a deadpan sense of humour and the book is a rollicking read * The Times *
Of course it's brilliant; my big brother wrote it. But even if it hadn't been created by my big, lumbering, swearing, unshaven "early man" sibling, this is a sweet and funny and sad and true and heartfelt a memoir as one could find, utterly unspoiled, uninfluenced, and original -- Augusten Burroughs
John Robison's book is an immensely affecting account of a life lived according to his gifts rather than his limitations. His story provides ample evidence for my belief that individuals on the autistic spectrum are just as capable of rich and productive lives as anyone else -- Daniel Tammet, author of BORN ON A BLUE DAY
Deeply felt and often darkly funny, Look Me in the Eye is a delight * People magazine *
It's a fantastic life story (highlights include building guitars for KISS) told with grace, humor, and a bracing lack of sentimentality * Entertainment News *
Of course it's brilliant; my big brother wrote it. But even if it hadn't been created by my big, lumbering, swearing, unshaven "early man" sibling, this is a sweet and funny and sad and true and heartfelt a memoir as one could find, utterly unspoiled, uninfluenced, and original -- Augusten Burroughs
John Robison's book is an immensely affecting account of a life lived according to his gifts rather than his limitations. His story provides ample evidence for my belief that individuals on the autistic spectrum are just as capable of rich and productive lives as anyone else -- Daniel Tammet, author of BORN ON A BLUE DAY
Deeply felt and often darkly funny, Look Me in the Eye is a delight * People magazine *
It's a fantastic life story (highlights include building guitars for KISS) told with grace, humor, and a bracing lack of sentimentality * Entertainment News *
John Robison lives with his wife and son in Amherst, Massachusetts. His company, J E Robison Service, repairs and restores classic cars such as Jaguars, Land Rovers, Rolls Royces and Bentleys. His website is www.johnrobison.com.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780091926335 |
| ISBN 10 | 0091926335 |
| Title | Look Me in the Eye |
| Author | John Elder Robison |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Ebury Publishing |
| Year published | 2009-02-05 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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