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A review by ashawp
Be Different: Adventures of a Free-Range Aspergian by John Elder Robison
4.0
This book provided what I was looking for in Look Me in the Eye by the same author. The stories coupled with insights into Asperger's Syndrome were invaluable to my understanding. Although I did not get what I expected from his memoir, it was good that I read it first so that I had background coming into this book. I'm sure my experience would have been different otherwise, but I can't say how much.
There were a few times I tuned out a little while he talked about technical aspects of his special interests. There did seem to be some tangential rants in the stories, but that was my only complaint!
I would highly recommend this book to those I know who have been diagnosed. The author does not sugarcoat things or compromise his unique perspective. He tells things like he sees them, which often does not align with common social norms. However, he also stays positive and talks about the perks of learning to live with the vast majority of humanity who follow these norms. He encourages people to embrace their differences, while also learning to live in harmony with others. I think it would be a great resource for students, teachers, and, of course, school counselors!
There were a few times I tuned out a little while he talked about technical aspects of his special interests. There did seem to be some tangential rants in the stories, but that was my only complaint!
I would highly recommend this book to those I know who have been diagnosed. The author does not sugarcoat things or compromise his unique perspective. He tells things like he sees them, which often does not align with common social norms. However, he also stays positive and talks about the perks of learning to live with the vast majority of humanity who follow these norms. He encourages people to embrace their differences, while also learning to live in harmony with others. I think it would be a great resource for students, teachers, and, of course, school counselors!