Asperger's Syndrome and High Achievement

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Asperger's Syndrome and High Achievement is written by Ioan James and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1846424526 (ISBN 10) and 9781846424526 (ISBN 13).

This fascinating collection identifies famous figures from the past whose behaviour suggests they may have had autism, a disorder that was not defined until the mid-20th century. James looks at the lives of 20 individuals - scientists, artists, politicians and philosophers - examining their interests, successes, indifferences and shortcomings.