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Beyond the wall, personal experiences with autism and Asperger syndrome, Stephen M. Shore ; [foreword by Temple Grandin]

Label
Beyond the wall, personal experiences with autism and Asperger syndrome, Stephen M. Shore ; [foreword by Temple Grandin]
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 211-214)
resource.biographical
autobiography
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
no index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Beyond the wall
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
54140951845398
Responsibility statement
Stephen M. Shore ; [foreword by Temple Grandin]
Sub title
personal experiences with autism and Asperger syndrome
Summary
This honest, courageous book, written by a person with high-functioning autism and Asperger Syndrome, offers so much more than the traditional autobiography. Drawing on personal and professional experience, Stephen Shore combines three voices to create a touching and, at the same time, highly informative book for professionals as well as individuals who have Asperger Syndrome. Get a unique perspective on AS across the years!
Table Of Contents
The castle -- A slice of life -- My early life -- Sinking into the grip of autism -- The Putnam period -- Nursery school -- The wonder and terror of school -- Middle school - More wonder than terror in high school -- Heaven at last - in college -- The world of work : From more conformity to less -- Back to school : Master's and doctorate degrees -- Revisiting the castle -- Challenging the walls -- Cleared for takeoff -- Epilogue and charge of responsibility -- An interview with Daniel Rosenn, M.D. -- Getting ready for college -- References
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