In 2010, Time magazine named Temple Grandin one of the world's 100 most influential people in the "Heroes" category. A professor at the University of Colorado, a world-renowned expert on animal husbandry, the author of numerous books and articles, and a speaker around the world, this woman has overcome autism and realized her creative and social potential. This book is the most famous of all written by a person with autism. Soon after publication, it was translated into Danish, Icelandic, German, Swedish, Japanese and other languages. The author shares her memories of her life’s journey, which had many difficult obstacles, and wonderful people who understood her and helped her cope with difficulties. The experience of T. Grandin, who managed to change herself and find her place in life, is very important for parents of autistic children and specialists. The book is addressed to a wide range of readers.