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Soon Will Come the Light: A View from Inside the Autism Puzzle
Thomas McKean
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Description for Soon Will Come the Light: A View from Inside the Autism Puzzle
Paperback. Winner of the Autism Society of America's Literary Achievement Award, this book provides insight into the world of autism. Num Pages: 173 pages. BIC Classification: BM; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 254.
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.
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.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Future Horizons
Condition
New
Number of Pages
173
Place of Publication
Arlington, United States
ISBN
9781885477118
SKU
V9781885477118
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About Thomas McKean
Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Thomas A. McKean was diagnosed with autism late in his teens. His case was quite unique because, in a time when mostly severely affected people were being diagnosed with autism, he possessed the communication skills to tell others what it felt like to be behind the "wall." He had a "patchwork" education (which ... Read more
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