Elder John Robison Knihy

Endearing stories from childhood to young adulthood provide a unique glimpse into the Autistic mind, as the New York Times bestselling author shares his personal experiences. Through heartfelt anecdotes, the author explores themes of individuality and acceptance, inviting readers to understand the challenges and triumphs of living with autism.

The memoir explores the transformative impact of innovative brain therapy on John Elder Robison's life and mental well-being. As a New York Times bestselling author, Robison shares his personal journey, detailing the challenges he faced and the profound changes brought about by this therapy. His narrative offers insights into the complexities of the mind and the potential for healing, making it a compelling read for those interested in personal growth and mental health.

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.