Asperger's and Self-Esteem: Insight and Hope through Famous Role Models

by Norm Ledgin, Temple Grandin

Overview

From composer Amadeus Mozart to astronomer Carl Sagan, Ledgin examines the evidence of Asperger's Syndrome in some of history's most famous men and women and shows how, despite their apparent challenges, each made an immeasurable contribution to the world. A great book to raise the self esteem of those with Asperger's.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781935274629
Publisher:	Future Horizons, Inc.
Publication date:	06/01/2013
Pages:	204
Sales rank:	752,241
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Temple Grandin earned her Ph.D. in animal science from the University of Illinois, went on to become an associate professor at Colorado State University, and wrote two books on autism, including the seminal "Thinking in Pictures." One of the most celebrated -- and effective -- animal advocates on the planet, Grandin revolutionized animal movement systems and spearheaded reform of the quality of life for the world's agricultural animals.