| Soon Will Come the Light: A View from Inside the Autism Puzzle Contributor(s): Gilpin, R. Wayne (Editor), McKean, Thomas A. (Author), Cotton, S. L. (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1885477112 ISBN-13: 9781885477118 Publisher: Future Horizons OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: July 1994 Annotation: Winner of the Autism Society of America's Literary Achievement Award, this heartwarming book was one of the first autobiographies to provide unique insight into the world of autism. Tom McKean grew up in a confusion of misdiagnosis, spending years in an institution and finally journeying into adulthood, seeking answers. He finally comes to a "working truce" with the neurotypical world and discovers he has various talents in fields such as computers and technical design, in addition to his passion for writing. His challenges, discoveries, and successes will move you as his poetry, songs, and humor delight you. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Biography & Autobiography | Personal Memoirs |
| Dewey: B |
| Physical Information: 0.48" H x 5.66" W x 8.48" (0.56 lbs) 176 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Written by an adult with autism, this sensitive, humorous book won the Autism Society of America's "Literary Achievement Award." Look inside the world of Tom McKean growing up in a confusion of misdiagnosis, spending years in an institution and finally his journey into adulthood while seeking answers. His challenges, discoveries and victories will move you. His poetry, songs and humor will delight you. |