Everyday Heaven
Journeys Beyond the Stereotypes of Autism
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published:15th Feb '04
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This engaging memoir, Everyday Heaven, explores nine transformative years of Donna Williams' life, filled with humor, loss, and personal growth.
In the fourth installment of her autobiographical series, Everyday Heaven takes readers on a compelling journey through the complexities of life with autism. Donna Williams shares her experiences over a transformative nine-year period, beginning with the departure of Ian from their unconventional 'autistic marriage'. This phase of her life is marked by a humorous yet poignant exploration of her identity, sexuality, and emotional resilience. Williams’ candid storytelling invites readers to understand the challenges she faced while navigating her personal landscape.
As she reflects on the sudden losses of loved ones, Donna's narrative becomes a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Everyday Heaven delves into the depths of grief and the process of healing, offering insights that resonate with anyone who has faced adversity. The book's humor and authenticity shine through as she recounts her often clumsy yet heartfelt attempts to find joy and connection in a world that can feel isolating.
Described as enthralling and deeply moving, Everyday Heaven is not just for those on the autism spectrum or professionals in the field; it speaks to anyone who has ever dared to love deeply and face life's challenges head-on. This engaging memoir is a celebration of resilience, adventure, and the quest for understanding in the midst of life's unpredictable journey.
Everyday Heaven is a book that will appeal to anyone interested in people and what makes them tick. Donna's style and insight grab you from the very first page and leave you wanting to know more about this fascinating woman, the hurdles she finds before her, and the strategies she develops to overcome them. Donna's style and ability to engage an audience have developed over the years, making this her best book yet. I would recommend the book to anyone wanting to explore the experience of autism from the inside and to gain a greater understanding of concepts, such as `difficulty with flexible thinking' and `exposure anxiety', from the point of view of those who live within the reality on a daily basis. -- Good Autism Practice
A humorous, riveting, roller-coaster of a book. Enthralling, deeply moving and gripping, this book will stike a lasting chord not only with autistic readers and professionals seeking to better understand those on the autism spectrum but all of us who simply dream of daring to love deeply, to adventure and to deal triumphantly with the looses along the way. -- Link
ISBN: 9781843102113
Dimensions: 232mm x 152mm x 10mm
Weight: 300g
176 pages