43 pages 1 hour read

Temple Grandin

Thinking in Pictures: My Life With Autism

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1995

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Reviews & Readership

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Temple Grandin's Thinking in Pictures offers a compelling insight into the cognitive world of an individual with autism. Reviewers praise its unique perspective and informative content, emphasizing Grandin's ability to articulate her experiences vividly. However, some criticize the book for occasional repetitiveness and a somewhat clinical tone. Overall, it is lauded for its educational value and engaging narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Thinking in Pictures?

Readers who appreciate Thinking in Pictures by Temple Grandin are often intrigued by neuroscience, autism, and personal growth. Similar to Oliver Sacks’ An Anthropologist on Mars, they enjoy narratives that blend scientific insight with personal memoirs, focusing on how unique minds perceive and interact with the world.

Recommended

Reading Age

15-18years

Lexile Level

1120L

Book Details

Topics
Disability
Animals
Science / Nature
Themes
Identity: Disability
Genre
Psychology
Biography