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The Nile on eBay   Autism and Creativity by Michael Fitzgerald This is quite simply the best book I have read on autism in history. Fitzgerald is clearly an experienced clinician and his deep understanding of the spectrum of autism conditions comes across in his writings. - Simon Baron-Cohen, Cambridge FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Autism and Creativity is a stimulating study of male creativity and autism, arguing that a major genetic endowment is a prerequisite of genius, and that cultural and environmental factors are less significant than has often been claimed. Chapters on the diagnosis and psychology of autism set the scene for a detailed examination of a number of important historical figures. For example:* in the Indian mathematician Ramanujan, the classic traits of Asperger's syndrome are shown to have coexisted with an extraordinary level of creativity* more unexpectedly, from the fields of philosophy, politics and literature, scrutiny of Ludwig Wittgenstein, Sir Keith Joseph, Eamon de Valera, Lewis Carroll and William Butler Yeats reveals classical autistic features.Autism and Creativity will prove fascinating reading not only for professionals and students in the field of autism and Asperger's syndrome, but for anyone wanting to know how individuals presenting autistic features have on many occasions changed the way we understand society. Author Biography Michael Fitzgerald is Henry Marsh Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Trinity College, Dublin. He is also a Clinical and Research Consultant for the Irish Society for Autism. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in England and Wales, and an Associate member of the British Psychoanalytical Society. Table of Contents Introduction Diagnostic Issues Psychology of High-functioning Autism/Asperger's Syndrome Ludwig Wittgenstein Part 1: Psychobiography Part 2: Influence of Wittgenstein's Personality on his Philosophy Sir Keith Joseph Eamon de Valera William Butler Yeats Lewis Carroll Ramanujan Conclusion Review 'This is quite simply the best book I have read on autism in history. Fitzgerald is clearly an experienced clinician and his deep understanding of the spectrum of autism conditions comes across in his writings. But he is also an exceptional scholar.'- Simon Baron-Cohen, Cambridge University 'a thought provoking and inspiring book.' - Joe Griffen, Human Givens Journal'This is quite simply the best book I have read on autism in history. Fitzgerald is clearly an experienced clinician and his deep understanding of the spectrum of autism conditions comes across in his writings. But he is also an exceptional scholar.'- Simon Baron-Cohen, Cambridge UniversityProfessor Fitzgerald takes a highly personal and expansive view of some of history's most remarkable personalities. His conclusions are spirited, controversial and at all times infused with sensitivity and intensity. - Anthony Clare, Trinity College Dublin'a thought provoking and inspiring book.' - Joe Griffen, Human Givens Journal Review Quote 'This is quite simply the best book I have read on autism in history. Fitzgerald is clearly an experienced clinician and his deep understanding of the spectrum of autism conditions comes across in his writings. But he is also an exceptional scholar.' - Simon Baron-Cohen, Cambridge University 'a thought provoking and inspiring book.'- Joe Griffen, Human Givens Journal Details ISBN0415763428 Author Michael Fitzgerald Short Title AUTISM & CREATIVITY Pages 304 Language English ISBN-10 0415763428 ISBN-13 9780415763424 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2014 Imprint Routledge Subtitle Is There a Link between Autism in Men and Exceptional Ability? Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 616.8982 Publication Date 2014-12-02 AU Release Date 2014-12-02 NZ Release Date 2014-12-02 UK Release Date 2014-12-02 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Alternative 9781583912133 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:100605356; , Nieuw, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9780415763424, Book Title: Autism and Creativity, EAN: 9780415763424, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Subject: Psychiatry & Clinical Psychology: Professional, Taylor & Francis Ltd<

ISBN: 9780415763424

Autism and Creativityis a stimulating study of male creativity and autism, arguing that a major genetic endowment is a prerequisite of genius, and that cultural and environmental factors … Mehr…

Autism and Creativityis a stimulating study of male creativity and autism, arguing that a major genetic endowment is a prerequisite of genius, and that cultural and environmental factors are less significant than has often been claimed. Chapters on the diagnosis and psychology of autism set the scene for a detailed examination of a number of important historical figures. For example:* in the Indian mathematician Ramanujan, the classic traits of Asperger''s syndrome are shown to have coexisted with an extraordinary level of creativity* more unexpectedly, from the fields of philosophy, politics and literature, scrutiny of Ludwig Wittgenstein, Sir Keith Joseph, Eamon de Valera, Lewis Carroll and William Butler Yeats reveals classical autistic features. Autism and Creativitywill prove fascinating reading not only for professionals and students in the field of autism and Asperger''s syndrome, but for anyone wanting to know how individuals presenting autistic features have on many occasions changed the way we understand society. | Autism And Creativity by Michael FitzGerald Paperback | Indigo Chapters Books > Health > Mental Health > Psychology & Psychiatry P10174, Michael FitzGerald<

ISBN: 9780415763424

Autism and Creativity is a stimulating study of male creativity and autism, arguing that a major genetic endowment is a prerequisite of genius, and that cultural and environmental factors… Mehr…

Autism and Creativity is a stimulating study of male creativity and autism, arguing that a major genetic endowment is a prerequisite of genius, and that cultural and environmental factors are less significant than has often been claimed. Chapters on the diagnosis and psychology of autism set the scene for a detailed examination of a number of important historical figures. For example:* in the Indian mathematician Ramanujan, the classic traits of Asperger's syndrome are shown to have coexisted with an extraordinary level of creativity* more unexpectedly, from the fields of philosophy, politics and literature, scrutiny of Ludwig Wittgenstein, Sir Keith Joseph, Eamon de Valera, Lewis Carroll and William Butler Yeats reveals classical autistic features. Autism and Creativity will prove fascinating reading not only for professionals and students in the field of autism and Asperger's syndrome, but for anyone wanting to know how individuals presenting autistic features have on many occasions changed the way we understand society. Trade Books>Trade Paperback>Psychology>Autism Spectrum>Autism Spectrum, Taylor & Francis Core >1<

ISBN: 9780415763424

Autism and Creativity is a stimulating study of male creativity and autism arguing that a major genetic endowment is a prerequisite of genius and that cultural and environmental factors… Mehr…

Autism and Creativity is a stimulating study of male creativity and autism arguing that a major genetic endowment is a prerequisite of genius and that cultural and environmental factors are less significant than has often been claimed. Chapters on the diagnosis and psychology of autism set the scene for a detailed examination of a number of important historical figures. For example:* in the Indian mathematician Ramanujan the classic traits of Asperger's syndrome are shown to have coexisted with an extraordinary level of creativity* more unexpectedly from the fields of philosophy politics and literature scrutiny of Ludwig Wittgenstein Sir Keith Joseph Eamon de Valera Lewis Carroll and William Butler Yeats reveals classical autistic features. Autism and Creativity will prove fascinating reading not only for professionals and students in the field of autism and Asperger's syndrome but for anyone wanting to know how individuals presenting autistic features have on many occasions changed the way we understand society. Media > Books > Print Books new, Routledge<