Daniel Tammet Book order (chronological)

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

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.

Owner of "the most remarkable mind on the planet," Daniel Tammet captivated readers with his bestselling memoir, "Born On A Blue Day," which vividly depicts life with autistic savant syndrome. In his new book, he explores the mysteries of savants’ incredible mental abilities, arguing that the differences between savant and non-savant minds are overstated. His remarkable skills in memory, math, and language stem from a rich, complex associative thinking process rather than a cerebral supercomputer or genetic anomaly. Tammet posits that autistic thought is an extreme variation of cognitive processes we all engage in, such as daydreaming and using metaphors. Combining meticulous scientific research with personal insights, he reveals the immense potential within everyone. He discusses how natural intuitions can aid in learning languages, likens his memories to symphonies, and draws connections between numbers and giraffes. Readers will find his original ideas on the origins of genius and creativity particularly compelling. Through diverse examples, including the private languages of twins and the works of poets with autism, Tammet illustrates how we think, learn, remember, and create. This profound book challenges our understanding of intelligence, offering a unique perspective on the capabilities of every mind.

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.

A fascinating and touching memoir from real-life Rain Man, Daniel Tammet, who has the extremely rare condition Savant Syndrome