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by Temple Grandin (Author), Margaret M. Scariano (Author) "I remember the day I almost killed my mother and younger sister, Jean ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 200 pages
  • Publisher: Time Warner International; 2nd Revised edition edition (Dec 1996)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0446671827
  • ISBN-13: 978-0446671828
  • Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 13.2 x 1.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 39,371 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Temple Grandin was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. An intelligent child with a thirst for knowledge, but unable to properly express herself or control her behaviour, Temple struggled through grade school. Eventually moved from a "normal" school to an educational program for autistic children, she began to suffer "nerve attacks." Now Temple tells the story of how she went from a fear-gripped, autistic child to a successful professional and a world leader in her field. A chronicle of perseverance and courage, EMERGENCE gives new hope and insight into the tragedy of autism and the vast potential of the human spirit.
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A lovely tale to encourage others, 8 Jan 2005
By Keith Appleyard "kapple999" (Brighton, UK) - See all my reviews
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Some of the terminology in this book seemed awkward and anachronistic, until one looks back and realises it was written nearly 20 years ago, and was unique in its time.

Temple Grandin refers to herself as a "recovered autistic person" - but I don't think you do "recover" as such - not like getting over the measles - autism is with you for life?

However, apart from that 'niggle' I think the book is brilliant. It even starts out with a very simple & straightforward description of autism : "a defect in the systems which process incoming sensory information causes the child to over-react to some stimuli and under-react to others". So succinct & clear.

Temple appears to have had some tremendous Love & Support from her Family & some of her Teachers, but enough mishaps occur along the way to give others warnings about what to watch out for.

I also liked her concluding chapters, some updated in the mid-1990's and still valid today, when she gives advice regarding fixations, observation, food allergies, and most importantly, the role of drug-based treatments.

There have been many autistic biographies since this one, but I can understand the impact it had when it was first published. I wish I had read it when it first came out.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I could relate to this, 3 Feb 2001
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My 15yr old daughter was diagnosed as having Aspergers Autism last year. So much of this book was relevant to us and to her it was amazing. I read it, saying, yes, yes, yes, that's her!! I recommend it to any parent or professional who is working with an autistic child in whatever capacity. Remember, they walk to the beat of a different drummer, allow them that, and accept them for who they are.......God does.
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14 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book!, 18 April 1999
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I wish I could say that this inspiring and idyosyncratic little book (instead of the wretched "The Secret of Susan" by insipid old Ann M. Martin back in 3rd grade,) was the start of my lifelong fascination with autism. I can't -- alas! -- but I CAN say that it is immensely helpful in understanding the causes of, the "logic" behind autistic behavior, AND it's a great story. Read it, for crying out loud!
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