The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. By Mark Haddon

Mark Haddon Mark Haddon was born in England in 1962. In 1981 he received his master’s degree in English Literature. After school took a number of odd jobs: illustrator, cartoonist and worked with children with mental disabilities.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time (2003) First published in two imprints: for adults and young adults. Published in more than 35 countries. International best seller Sold more than 2.6 million copies in the UK.

Asperger Syndrome Asperger syndrome (AS) is a developmental disorder.  It is an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), one of a distinct group of neurological conditions characterized by a greater or lesser degree of impairment in language and communication skills, as well as repetitive or restrictive patterns of thought and behavior. (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke)

Distinguishing Symptoms Obsessive interest in a single object or topic.  Their expertise, high level of vocabulary, and formal speech patterns make them seem like little professors.  Repetitive routines or rituals Socially and emotionally inappropriate behavior and the inability to interact successfully with peers; problems with non-verbal communication. Isolated because of their poor social skills and narrow interests.  They may approach other people, but make normal conversation impossible by inappropriate or eccentric behavior, or by wanting only to talk about their singular interest.    

Christopher John Francis Boone (15) Inhability to empathize. (Can’t imagine others feelings and thoughts) Dislikes social interaction. Interests: Math and science. Shows a growing desire for independence. The Hound of the Baskervilles (Sherlock Holmes)

Themes Struggle to become independent. Perspective of the world. Disorder of life. Coping with loss.

Symbols Truth Puzzles, math problems and maps. A- Level Test in Math. Colors.