Product Description
Intimate, bold and inspiring, Autism Heroes provides a compelling and sensitive account of the experiences of 38 families from different walks of life confronting the challenges of autism with courage, tenacity and love. With empathy and expertise gained from her three decades of leadership of The Help Group and her commitment to children with special needs, Dr. Barbara Firestone engages the families in candid, powerful and deeply affecting conversations about their… More >>
Autism Heroes: Portraits of Families Meeting the Challenge
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#1 by S. Swartz on March 25, 2010 - 3:36 am
Austim Heroes documents personal stories of autism and the common struggles of families from widely diverse backgrounds. Stories of hope and unconditional love are presented with informal black and white family portraits to create a beautiful tribute to the strength of families touched by autism. This is an important, honest and insightful book sure to raise awareness and understanding.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by Leon R. Ichaso on March 25, 2010 - 3:50 am
…and not only in the news, putting out a fire or fighting a war. these are real people. families with TRUE strenth and love. the lesson learned from this book, goes beyond autism and applies to any human condition that requires good old fashioned HELP and HOPE. there is a brighter future for anyone reading this. if ‘a hero is nothing but a sandwich’, you can definetely eat this one up.
Rating: 4 / 5
#3 by G. Brewster on March 25, 2010 - 6:16 am
This book is a beautiful look into the lives of 38 families that are dealing in Autism. It is inspiring and just stunning to look at. It would make a great coffee table book with it’s size and photography.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by Linda Demer, MD, PhD on March 25, 2010 - 8:05 am
Autism Heroes provides an intimate glimpse into the world of a ever-growing sector of the human population that cuts across social, economic, and cultural boundaries in a mysterious manner. The personal anecdotes presented by caregivers living and loving in the complex world of an autistic family member are sometimes heart rending, sometimes hilarious, and always enthralling, compelling, and sobering. It is incongruous that our technologically-advanced, information-savvy society has such little understanding of people with autism. In our present atmosphere of privacy, it is yet another act of heroism for these families to share this most personal and sensitive part of their lives. Dr. Firestone’s work will touch hearts and open eyes to the beautiful spirit found in people with autism and the ones who love them. Her positive but honest and balanced outlook will help parents with newly diagnosed children get a foot-hold on the future possibilities and the breadth of the autistic spectrum. For veteran families, seeing their daily efforts recognized and honored will lighten their work. For professionals, it will provide insight into the kaleidoscope of consequences the diagnosis can have depending on the family context. To understand and address the unique needs of families struggling with autism is a great challenge, and this book is a respectful, heartwarming, and sensitive step toward that goal.
Rating: 5 / 5
#5 by J. Hunsicker on March 25, 2010 - 10:41 am
Autism Heroes is touching, informative, and beautiful – a real beacon of light for anyone or any family whose lives are touched by autism.
Please, do yourself a favor and go and buy this book and give it to someone you love. Heroes should be shared.
Rating: 5 / 5