Atypical: Life with Asperger's in 20 1/3 Chapters (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780399535727)

The poignant, funny, and truly unique observations of a young writer diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome.

"Please be forewarned that you are about to read the observations and life lessons of someone who entertains himself by farting in public and conversing in gibberish with his cats."

Thus begins the charming, insightful, and memorable story of Jesse Saperstein. Diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, a mild form of autism, Jesse has struggled since childhood with many of the hallmark challenges of his condition-from social awkwardness and self-doubt to extreme difficulty with change and managing his emotions.

He has also worked hard to understand and make the most of his AS- developing his keen curiosity and sense of humor, closely observing the world around him, and most of all, helping others with AS to better cope and even thrive. Told with endearing and unflinching honesty, Jesse brings his unique perspective to the circumstances of his life and his condition.

Author: Jesse A. Saperstein
ISBN-10: 0399535721
ISBN-13: 9780399535727
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Language: English
Published: 04/06/2010
Pages: 240
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.48w x 0.61d