Fall Down Seven Times, Get Up Eight

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Discover the inspiring journey of Naoki Higashida in 'Fall Down Seven Times, Get Up Eight.' This powerful memoir captures the essence of resilience and empowerment as Naoki, diagnosed with non-verbal autism, shares his experiences and perspectives on life. After the monumental success of his first book, Naoki continues to break barriers with this sequel that delves deeper into living with autism as a young adult. Perfect for readers interested in autism awareness, self-help, and personal growth, this book is a heartfelt exploration of persistence against adversity. The beautifully crafted illustrations and poignant storytelling will resonate with anyone on a journey of overcoming challenges.

This edition features new material, including a short story created exclusively for it, making it an essential addition to the libraries of those who have followed Naoki’s incredible story. Naoki’s narrative inspires individuals of all ages to embrace resilience, emphasizing the importance of getting up after life’s unavoidable falls. Not only does it educate readers about autism, but it also promotes understanding and compassion for those with disabilities.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781444799101
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Pages: 288

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781444799101
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Pages: 288


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Naoki Higashida was born in Kimitsu, Japan in 1992. Diagnosed with non-verbal autism as a child, he learnt how to communicate using an alphabet grid and when he was thirteen wrote The Reason I Jump. Published in Japan in 2007, its English translation in 2013 was widely acclaimed and became a No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller as well as a New York Times bestseller. It has since been published in over thirty languages.



The film based on the book, directed by Jerry Rothwell and produced by Jeremy Dear, Stevie Lee and Al Morrow, had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in 2020, when it won the Audience Award for World Cinema Documentary. It went on to win awards at the Vancouver, Denver and Valladolid International Film Festivals before its international release in 2021.



Higashida's sequel to the book, Fall Down Seven Times, Get Up Eight, about living with autism from his perspective as a young adult, was published in Japan in 2015. An English-language edition, including new material and a short story Higashida wrote especially for it, was published in 2017 and was in turn a Sunday Times bestseller. He has also written children's books, poems and essays.



David Mitchell's novels include Cloud Atlas, The Bone Clocks and, most recently, Utopia Avenue. KA Yoshida was born in Yamaguchi, Japan, and specialised in English Poetry at Notre Dame Seishin University.

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