The Mind Tree by Tito Rajarshi Mukhopadhyay
Well-received on initial publication, The Mind Tree is truly an enthralling read. Although he is severely autistic and nearly nonverbal, Tito's ability to communicate through his extraordinary writing is astonishing. At the age of three, Tito was diagnosed with severe autism. But his mother, with boundless hope and determination, read to him and taught him to write in English. She also challenged him to write his own stories. The result of their efforts is this remarkable book--written when he was eight to eleven years old--comprised of profound and startling philosophical prose and poetry. During a New York Times interview, Tito scrawled on a yellow pad, I need to write . . . It has become a part of me.
Mukhopadhyay, Tito Rajarshi: - Tito Rajarshi Mukhopadhyay was diagnosed in early childhood with severe or low functioning non-verbal autism. He communicates primarily through writing and has learned to develop his reading, writing, and thinking abilities. The national organization Autism Speaks sponsored Tito and his mother, Soma, to come to the United States so he could participate in scientific trials. Tito is now an accomplished writer. He lives in Austin, Texas.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781594481352 |
| ISBN 10 | 1594481350 |
| Title | The Mind Tree |
| Author | Tito Rajarshi Mukhopadhyay |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Riverhead Trade |
| Year published | 2007-02-01 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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