Description
Growing up undiagnosed, John Elder Robison navigates a childhood of social misfires, misunderstood behavior, and eccentric family dynamics—often with dark humor and startling candor. As he grows, his differences steer him toward an unlikely path, culminating in a creative, high-voltage career designing legendary fire-breathing guitars for KISS, where his unusual way of thinking becomes a powerful asset. Only at forty does a long-awaited diagnosis of Asperger’s autism reframe his entire life, turning years of confusion and self-doubt into clarity about how his mind works. Blending memoir with insight, this story explores communication, belonging, and self-acceptance—showing how understanding one’s neurological wiring can transform both relationships and purpose.
Available Editions
hardcover
Crown
Published Sep 25, 2007
304 pages
ISBN: 9780307395986
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Details
First Published
2007
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's by John Elder Robison.