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 Demystifying the Autistic Experience: A Humanistic Introduction for Parents, Caregivers, and Educators by William Stillman Click the image above for a larger cover view Paperback, 174 pages; published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Ltd. ISBN: 1843107260 Parents, caregivers and educators are often at a loss about how best to support an individual with autism because they are overwhelmed by "behaviors," inundated with prognoses and clinical jargon, or confused by technical information. This book introduces autism from a non-clinical, humanistic perspective emphasizing that we are all more alike than different. The author deconstructs the fundamental components of autism using language, examples and anecdotes that are concrete and understandable for all. Reinforced for the reader is the importance of listening carefully to what people are telling us about valuing differences, personal passions, communication, and holistic wellness. Group brainstorming exercise activities are included. From Book News, Inc.: "The author, an adult with Asperger Syndrome and armed with years of experience in the mental health field, offers guidance to the parents, caregivers, and educators of people with autism, clarifying the basics of the condition and explaining the importance of valuing differences, personal passions, communication, and holistic wellness." Distributed by Taylor & Francis. Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR From Asperger’s Syndrome Partners & Individuals, Resources, Encouragement & Support: “Despite the writings of more men on the autism spectrum, most of the men’s contributions have a distinctly didactic and ‘professorish’ flavor to them, with the exception of William Stillman’s intimate Demystifying the Autistic Experience. I hope that as time passes, other men will open their hearts as fully as he does to readers.” Copyright © 2003 ASPIRES From Metapsychology: “[Stillman’s] approach is tantalizing. Those who have relationships with people on the spectrum can’t help but wonder what the world looks like from behind that special lens…The most powerful contribution of the book is its constant reminder that we need to view people with autism as individuals and not as a set of behaviors.” © 2004 Kristin Nelson From Psychiatric Services: “Living with the kind of very-high-functioning autism now known as Asperger’s Syndrome, [Stillman] knows autism from the inside. His book is designed for quick, easy (but not superficial) reading, with a wealth of anecdotal material supplemented by summaries that open and close each chapter…The book is full of practical advice.” © 2004 American Psychiatric Association From Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Bulletin: “SLTs are likely to take the person-centered approach, recommended here so eloquently…We have much to learn from people with autism and this book makes explicit a lot of information that may be assumed, but perhaps should not be…Those new to [autism] would undoubtedly benefit from reading the book and pondering the contents in the light of their clients’ experiences.” © 2004 Jane Neil-Maclachlan Review / purchase this book on amazon.com |
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 The Wizardry of Oz: The Artistry And Magic of The 1939 MGM Classic - Revised and Expanded Edition |
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 The Wizard of Oz : The Film Classic Comes to Life With Sound and Stunning Three-Dimension by Jay Scarfone and William Stillman Click the image above for a larger cover view Hardcover & CD, 10 pages; published by Piggy Toes Press ISBN: 1581170580 Follow the yellow brick road . . . all the excitement of the world's most beloved film unfolds in three-dimensional splendor as you join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion---and Toto, too---on their journey to Oz. Over 50 photos from the classic movie are engineered into unforgettable scenes like the Twister, Munchkinland, the Haunted Forest and Emerald City. And the CD includes favorite songs from the original soundtrack, so you can click your heels to the beat while getting swept up in the amazing detail of this collectible book! Review / purchase this book on amazon.com |
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 The Wizard of Oz Collector's Treasury by Jay Scarfone, William Stillman, Tim McGowan Click the image above for a larger cover view Hardcover, 254 pages; published by Schiffer Publishing ISBN: 0887404308 All the excitement and enchantment of over ninety years' worth of wonderful Wizard of Oz memorabilia awaits you on every page of this deluxe, full-color tribute to the collectibles and merchandise inspired by America's foremost fairy tale and everyone's favorite film! Oz experts Jay Scarfone and William Stillman have--for the first time ever!--compiled an astounding assemblage of over one thousand "Ozzy" artifacts documented and categorized for convenient reference in sixteen different sections. Autographs, books, buttons, dolls, games, puzzles, figurines, drinking glasses, postcards, novelties, publicity and promotion, posters and lobby cards, records, sheet music--it's all here and so much more! You'll be amazed at the wealth of offerings to be found along that Yellow Brick Road of "Oz and ends." Supplemented by a timely value guide, this comprehensive volume is an absolute must for collectors of movie memorabilia, dolls, toys, Judy Garland, or anyone devoted to magical mementos of Ozmania! Review / purchase this book on amazon.com |
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 The Wizard of Oz: The Official 50th Anniversary Pictorial History by Jay Scarfone, John Fricke, William Stillman Click the image above for a larger cover view Paperback, 256 pages; published by Warner Books ISBN: 0446391867 MGM's screen classic The Wizard of Oz has been seen and enjoyed by more people than any other entertainment. This celebratory volume was especially compiled to herald the film's fiftieth anniversary, providing the perfect guide down the Yellow Brick Road and through the glory of Hollywood at its creative peak. The saga of Oz is told in exciting detail and accompanied by more than 400 illustrations, half of them in color and never before published. Beginning with an evocative introduction by Jack Haley, Jr., the three co-authors have assembled a comprehensive tribute, written from years of their own enthusiastic research and annotation. Here is the complete, incomparably illustrated chronicle of an unparalleled screen hit---a book for any and all who have loved the magic and enchantment of MGM's The Wizard of Oz. Review / purchase this book on amazon.com << back to Bill's Books -- page 1 |
