In excellent condition. Hardcover. Seen on Oprah. "A Special Education" By Dana Buchman and Charlotte Farber
From The Publisher:
Fashion designer Dana Buchman knew almost nothing about "learning differences" when her oldest daughter, Charlotte, was diagnosed with neurological, spatial and motor skill disabilities as a toddler. Furthermore, from the Ivy League to the launch of her own fashion label, Buchman had encountered few obstacles that couldn't be overcome through hard work and determination. Unfortunately, Buchman's well-developed ability to "fix" things would not serve her in her efforts to deal with Charlotte's disabilities; she would have to develop a new skill set to be able to see Charlotte as a person with unique abilities.
A riveting and intensely personal memoir, A Special Education reveals the long and arduous process of Charlotte's development as well as Buchman's own path to self discovery. Confessing frequent anxiety, guilt, frustration and anger, Buchman describes the difficult search to find the right school and care for Charlotte, and the strain the process put on her marriage and family life. In addition, Buchman tells of her own struggles with excessive drinking and workaholism—and of finally letting go of her drive to be "perfect."
A moving mother-daughter story, A Special Education is an inspiring account of one mother's journey to acceptance and understanding, as well as a family's triumph over daunting circumstances.
Dana Buchman has donated her proceeds from the book to the National Center for Learning Disabilities.
