This is not an easy read, but very informative. Anyone who has a family member or friend who has characteristics of autism or Aspergers should read this book. Anyone who thinks that immunizations cause autism should read this book. Temple Grandin explains how the "geniuses" of our world have characteristics of autism and because of their single-mindedness and determination in their specific fields, whether it be the arts or math or sciences, we are the better for it as a civilization.