Il piccolo Morgan Collins ha tre anni. Legge tutto quello che gli capita a tiro, dalle annate di vecchi giornali ai manuali di medicina. Ma se qualcuno gli chiede come si chiama non risponde, e le frasi più ovvie sono per lui un rompicapo insolubile. Per descrivere questo comportamento i medici sono soliti usare una parola semplice e definitiva: autismo. In realtà, come dimostra Paul Collins in questo affettuoso, disarmato e toccante ritratto dal vero di suo figlio, quella parola, prima che una diagnosi, è la soglia d’accesso a un continente misterioso e affascinante, con i suoi primi abitanti (il Ragazzo Selvaggio che sconcertò l’Europa del Settecento), i suoi cartografi (da Freud ad alcuni coraggiosi ricercatori di oggi, spesso non meno eccentrici dei loro pazienti), le sue imprevedibili propaggini (ad esempio i programmatori della Microsoft, che invece di guardarti in faccia seguono quello che dici sullo schermo del loro computer). Una volta chiuso a malincuore questo libro necessario e incantevole, intessuto di storie lontanissime fra loro, i lettori non sapranno probabilmente dire che cosa abbiano letto. E avranno una ragione di più per amare Collins quando afferma: «E comunque non è come pensano loro: non è una tragedia, non è una triste storia, e neppure il film della settimana. È la mia famiglia».
Paul Collins Libri






Assyrian Palace Sculptures
- 144pagine
- 6 ore di lettura
A superb visual introduction to what are undoubtedly some of the greatest works of art from the ancient world, showcasing a series of specially taken photographs of the British Museum's unrivalled collection of Assyrian sculptures.
The Book of William. How Shakespeare's First Folio Conquered the World
- 256pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
Shakespeare's First Folio, the first complete collection of his plays, was almost never printed. Its eventual publication went practically unnoticed, and many of the original 750 copies were gone before the turn of the eighteenth century. But a hundred years later the plays were rediscovered, beginning the long, surprising process that secured Shakespeare's legacy. Paul Collins follows this book's journey through the centuries, as it lies undiscovered for decades, burns, sinks, is bought and sold, and ultimately becomes untouchable.
Mack Dunstan's Inferno
- 148pagine
- 6 ore di lettura
The narrative centers on Mack 'Max' Dunstan, a versatile actor known for iconic roles in classic films such as The Ten Commandments and Planet of the Apes. Despite his impressive career, he is now primarily recognized for his controversial political views and outspoken personality in the modern landscape dominated by social media and reality television. The book explores the contrast between his rich cinematic legacy and the narrow perception shaped by contemporary societal norms.
Upon This Rock The Popes and Their Changing Roles
- 418pagine
- 15 ore di lettura
Focusing on the often-overlooked perspectives of women, radicals, and marginalized groups, this work critiques the traditional narratives surrounding the papacy. It chronicles the history of the papacy, highlighting the betrayal experienced by those excluded from conservative historical accounts. The author, a Vatican-censured former priest, examines the evolution of the papacy, revealing its transformation from its inception to its current monarchical characteristics.
The Sumerians
- 208pagine
- 8 ore di lettura
The loss, discovery and reinvention of the world's earliest civilization, the Sumerians. číst celé
Helps to discover a different way to train with dumbbells and add a fresh dimension to your exercise program for spectacular results.
Focusing on the enduring impact of influential figures, the book explores how their ideas and achievements have shaped history. It highlights the importance of having champions who recognize and celebrate these individuals, drawing parallels with renowned works like Kennedy's Profiles in Courage and Vasari's Lives of the Artists. By examining the lives of those who have left a significant mark, it emphasizes the significance of legacy and recognition in the historical narrative.
Core Strength offers practical bodyweight exercises for all ages and fitness levels, designed by The Body Coach, Paul Collins. With over 100 detailed exercises and tailored routines for various needs, this guide helps strengthen, tone, and reshape major muscle groups, promoting year-round fitness.
Discovering Tutankhamun
- 104pagine
- 4 ore di lettura
Tells the story of the tomb of Tutankhamun, placing the discoveries in their historical context.