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Reversals: A Personal Account of Victory over Dyslexia

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REVERSALS is the story of a woman who, though quite bright, had an impossible time learning to read and spell. She didn't find out till she was in her 20s that she had dyslexia. In my opinion, Eileen Simpson was--and is--one courageous and resilient lady. Because she grew up during an era when dyslexia, and LD in general, was unheard of, she was the victim of repeated misunderstandings. She was repeatedly accused of being lazy, careless, unmotivated, etc. In fact, her 4th-grade year was the worst school year she ever endured, due to a strict, authoritarian teacher and an equally strict aunt. That she never gave up, and was able to learn to read and spell in the end, is tribute to both her strength AND her intelligence. For finding the courage to disclose her dyslexia for the benefit of others when it would have been so much easier to keep trying to hide it, I applaud her. To anyone who wants to learn about LD and its effect on those who have it, I highly recommend her book!

I was very satisfied with this purchase. The book arrived in timely fashion and was in great shape. I'm happy.

I had a choice of this book or three others to read for an education class that I am taking. I am very glad that I chose this book instead of the others on autism spectrum disorders. People sometimes mention dyslexia as a side note - not considered as disabling as other disabilities. Because people with dyslexia can be trained, it may not seem as serious, but for the dyslexic person it can be crippling. I appreciate that this book sheds light on what the educational experience of a dyslexic person can be like.