Daniel Tammet Knihy

Navenek působí jako nepřístupní géniové. A uvnitř? Daniel Tammet dokáže to, co jen málokdo na planetě. Zvládne se naučit cizí jazyk za týden. Vyjmenuje zpaměti tisíce číslic v čísle pí a téměř automaticky řeší komplexní matematické operace. A žije se synestezií — vnímá čísla jako barvy a naopak. Jeho životní dráha má však k matematické průzračnosti daleko. Výjimečnost zpravidla znamená také nepochopení a osamění, posměch a někdy i šikanu. Narozen v modrý den je autobiografické vyprávění o dětství a dospívání mimořádně inteligentního chlapce s Aspergerovým syndromem, génia, pro něhož jsou obyčejné každodenní situace často neřešitelnou záhadou. Světový bestseller přeložený do bezmála dvaceti jazyků je příběhem o jedinečném prožívání citlivého chlapce i společnosti, která jej obklopuje a zároveň ho svými požadavky a představami utváří.

From the New York Times–bestselling author of Born on a Blue Day and Thinking in Numbers, this poignant, perspective-altering book celebrates the power and beauty of the neurodivergent mind, as told through the true stories of nine contemporary men and women on the autism spectrum.“Tammet’s exquisite portraits remind us that the variety of brains is every bit as essential as any other form of diversity.”—Andrew Solomon, author of Far from the TreeExploding the tired stereotypes of autism, Daniel Tammet—acclaimed author and an autistic savant himself—draws out the inner worlds of nine extraordinary, neurodivergent lives from around the globe. A nonverbal man from Boston explores body language, gesture by eloquent gesture, in his mother’s yoga classes. A Japanese researcher in psychology sets out to measure loneliness while drawing on her own experience of autism. From a Fields Medal–winning mathematician to a homicide detective, a pioneering surgeon to a bestselling novelist, each is remarkable in their field, and each is changing how the world sees those on the spectrum.Telling stories as richly diverse as the spectrum itself, this perspective-altering, life-affirming work of narrative nonfiction celebrates the power and beauty of the neurodivergent mind—and the daring freedom with which these individuals have built their lives.#1 Bestseller in Autism

Praise for BORN ON A BLUE DAY: 'A memoir of outstanding lucidity and charm' The Sunday Times

From the "New York Times"-bestselling author of "Born on a Blue Day" comes a tour of brain science and the latest revelations about the mysterious, boundless frontiers of the human mind.

In Daniel Tammet's world, numbers are beautiful and mathematics illuminates our lives and minds. Using anecdotes and everyday examples, Tammet allows us to share his unique insights and delight in the way numbers, fractions and equations underpin all our lives.

Savant syndrome is a rare condition where individuals with developmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorders, exhibit extraordinary abilities or expertise—referred to as "islands of genius"—that contrast with their overall limitations. In this compelling exploration, Dr. Darold Treffert delves into this remarkable condition and presents new discoveries that provoke thought about the hidden potential within us all. He examines genetic memory, where individuals "know" things they never learned, and sudden genius or "acquired savantism," where neuro-typical individuals unexpectedly develop savant-like abilities after a head injury or stroke. These phenomena suggest a reservoir of untapped potential—an inner savant capacity—within everyone. Dr. Treffert discusses how savant skills can be nurtured and their benefits, especially for those on the autism spectrum. A central color section showcases extraordinary artwork by some savants mentioned in the text. This work will captivate anyone curious about the workings of a savant's mind, as well as clinicians, parents, teachers, and therapists involved with individuals who have savant syndrome.