Product Description

Luke Jackson's lively collection of illustrated poetry allows vivid insights into the internal world of people on the autism spectrum. With a focus on the adolescent years - perhaps the most challenging time for anyone with Asperger Syndrome (AS) - 16-year-old Luke considers issues such as unrequited love, the pursuit of happiness and finding calm amid the often overwhelming confusion and frustration that accompanies AS. "Crystalline Lifetime" offers a poignant impression of life with Asperger Syndrome and will prove an illuminating read for anyone hoping to gain an understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), and a source of encouragement to readers living with ASDs.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #284647 in Books
• Published on: 2006-07-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 76 pages

About the Author
Luke Jackson is author of the award-winning Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome, and A User Guide to the GF/CF Diet for Autism, Asperger Syndrome and AD/HD, also published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. He is 16 years old and has three sisters and three brothers. One of his brothers has AD/HD, one is autistic and Luke has Asperger Syndrome. The Jackson family are the inspiration for the forthcoming BBC2 drama Magnificent 7, starring Helena Bonham-Carter.

Customer Reviews

Crystalline Lifetime
Amazing book giving an insight into the world of Luke Jackson. Some poems need to be read sveral times in order to understand their true meaning. A fantastic read for anyone who works with teenagers with Aspergers Syndrome or for those whoare just interested in the condition. Luke explains how he views the world and how he percieves the world views him.