Review of Mount Up With Wings

[Austin Debby]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Mount Up With Wings" by George D. Williams.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Mount Up With Wings is a rallying cry for society to embrace autism and go beyond only being in the know of the condition. As the autistic community develops, it's crucial to have a distinct identity that communicates to the outside world who they are, what they stand for, and what they offer to society. It is an insight into the significant role non-autistic people play. The book talks extensively about the need for support to enable them to attain quality healthcare, jobs, housing, and socialisation to achieve an inclusive society. Also, getting this support increases their independence and boosts their self-confidence. To know how you can contribute to making life more accessible and comfortable and how to relate to people on the autism spectrum, this book is highly recommended.

Mount Up With Wings by George D. Williams is an engaging, insightful, and educational piece for not just parents and caregivers of autistic patients but for everyone. He writes from both a medical and psychological point of view. He also writes from experience as a parent who has successfully raised an autistic adult. This book discusses the all-around development of people on the autism spectrum—the social, spiritual, mental, and emotional needs. The author addresses and approaches the various issues affecting autistic people, making it easy for readers to understand and see them differently.

The book came in readable formats, and the language used was easy to not only read but understand, which makes it a suitable read for people across different age brackets and educational backgrounds. The interesting chapter titles were endearing.

The part of this book I loved most was Chapter 6, titled Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, where he talked about a positive self-image. It is the part of the book that is not peculiar to autistic patients alone. He included an affirmation that says thus: "Daily Affirmation: I am living my best life with autism." I am good enough, attractive, and strong. I can’t control what others think of me, but I can share my best with those willing to accept my gifts. "The world is a better place because of my unique point of view." This affirmation has been helpful to me in my everyday life. I found it uplifting.

What I didn't like about this book was how long each page was. This could bore readers. Though the chapters were short, I would've preferred a more extended number of pages than the clustering on one page, which made them longer than necessary. Aside from this, the book was everything I expected and more.

This book was professionally written and well-edited. I didn't find any errors in it. Therefore, I will give it a rating of four out of four stars. I recommend this book to every adult out there, as it will help us understand autistic patients, relate to them, and understand our role in helping to achieve an inclusive society.

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[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

I have my heart for those mentally ill. I like to read this book. I wanted to know the story of this book presented. Great review!

[Chi som]

Haven't read the book but this review has given me an urge to read it.the storyline sounded amazing....I can't wait to read

[Ync Made]

The book was very inspiring but at the same time it was too long for my liking

[Yasmine ZM]

This book gives us a perspective on autism from the medical, psychological and parental point of view. That is very interesting. Thank you for your review.

[Hubre De Klerk]

This sounds like a really interesting book! I have read 2 other books written by an autistic person which gave you an idea of how their minds work, how their worlds look, and how they see our worlds. This will help cement that more clearly in me and guide me on how I can also help!

[Amy Luman]

I don’t personally know much about autism or have any experience with patients. Some of my friends, however, work with the autistic community and try to prepare them for independent life. I know that there is a large spectrum.

[Julie Gebrosky]

Excellent review! I know autism has a stigma attached to it, and it can be difficult for people to cope. It’s such a spectrum though! I love that it’s written from a medical and psychological point of view.

[ELSETH MAEVE]

The words that captured your attention have captured my heart too. Even those of us who are non-autistic have something in common with those that are autistic. We only give that that will be readily accepted. From the little knowledge that I have gathered so far, the most important gifts we can give to those that have autism are care, understanding and being non-judgemental. Thanks for the review and I would love to find out more about the subject.

[Vyoma Kothari Arunprakash]

I am keen on reading this book. Thank you for sharing your review.
I am related to someone autistic and I know that life can be hard on them. Its not just important for us as relatives to know but the society to know and accept autism too.
These days people have very less tolerance and are always ready to hurt others. Everybody seems to be aimlessly defensive and keep attacking others and derive entertainment from them. While there are others who look and tag autistic people as "weird". That look speaks volumes and is enough to make an autistic person or anybody so uncomfortable. People know autism is real but people don't want an autistic person near them to avoid embarrassment. I am picking this book to read right away.

[Bisola Adeleke]

Autistic patients should be loved also; they deserve the same treatment as every other person. This is an interesting review, I’d like to read the book.

[shawingeunbi]

This book is really touching, in this book we also learned many things about autism. Everyone has their own difficulities. I'm very touched.

[Kingsley Obinna]

I am keen on reading this book. Thank you for sharing your review.
I am related to someone autistic and I know that life can be hard on them. Its not just important for us as relatives to know but the society to know and accept autism too.
These days people have very less tolerance and are always ready to hurt others. Everybody seems to be aimlessly defensive and keep attacking others and derive entertainment from them. While there are others who look and tag autistic people as "weird". That look speaks volumes and is enough to make an autistic person or anybody so uncomfortable. People know autism is real but people don't want an autistic person near them to avoid embarrassment. I am picking this book to read right away.

I agree with you.

[Martina Matome]

I know people who are autistic but on my side, I take them as normal as me but they need little maintenance because they do not think the way I think. They are fast than not an autistic person, I love them a lot for the community to take care of them and provide or make autistic people feel great and safe is a duty for the community. This book tells the needs and feature of autistic people in the community I like this

[Christiana Legbara]

I am eager to read this book. Autism is a reality that few people understand.