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Book Synopsis: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “As sweet and funny and sad and true and heartfelt a memoir as one could find.” —from the foreword by Augusten Burroughs
Ever since he was young, John Robison longed to connect with other people, but by the time he was a teenager, his odd habits—an inclination to blurt out non sequiturs, avoid eye contact, dismantle radios, and dig five-foot holes (and stick his younger brother, Augusten Burroughs, in them)—had earned him the label “social deviant.” It was not until he was forty that he was diagnosed with a form of autism called Asperger’s syndrome. That understanding transformed the way he saw himself—and the world. A born storyteller, Robison has written a moving, darkly funny memoir about a life that has taken him from developing exploding guitars for KISS to building a family of his own. It’s a strange, sly, indelible account—sometimes alien yet always deeply human.
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Discover the captivating story of John Robison in "Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's," a memoir that will leave you both moved and inspired. With its New York Times Bestseller status, this remarkable account has garnered praise from readers and critics alike.
As you delve into Robison's journey, you'll be touched by his longing to connect with others, a desire that persisted from his youth. However, his peculiar habits, such as blurting out non sequiturs and avoiding eye contact, led others to label him a "social deviant." It wasn't until he reached the age of forty that he discovered he had Asperger's syndrome, a form of autism.
Through his candid and witty writing style, Robison invites you to see the world through his unique perspective. From his early days of developing exploding guitars for the world-famous band KISS, to the challenges of building his own family, he weaves a tale that is both strange and deeply human.
This memoir offers a profound insight into the mind of someone with Asperger's, providing an opportunity for empathy and understanding. As you journey through each page, you'll be captivated by Robison's indelible storytelling, which can be simultaneously heartbreaking and humorous.
If you're looking to be both entertained and educated, "Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's" is the ideal choice. Take the first step towards a deeper understanding of individuals with Asperger's by ordering your copy today.
Order now and embark on a transformative reading experience!
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