The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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Curious Incident Essay Living with autism like Christopher does can be very challenging. He views the world in an entirely different perspective and has a distinct opinion full of extreme likes and dislikes. Not only can it be challenging for Christopher himself, but for those around him he comes with complications as well. Mark Haddon, the author, teaches the reader what teens with autism think and go through on a daily basis. By writing the book in the first person perspective you get an inside look of every detailed thought that runs through Christopher’s mind. The author develops a theme showing how poorly people can treat you just for being “different”. Throughout the book, Christopher endures multiple encounters with disrespectful and harsh people. On Christopher’s journey to his mother’s house, he asks the policemen a simple question, but because he lacks the intelligence that the policemen considers common sense, he receives a very disrespectful answer. “How much does it cost to get a ticket for a train to London?” And he said, “About 30 quid.” And I said, “Is that pounds?” And he said, “Christ alive.” And he laughed. But I didn’t laugh because I don’t like people laughing at me, even if they are policemen.”(p151) By adding this dialogue to the novel, you get to witness the lack of respect people were showing to Christopher. Other teens with autism may face the same problem each day; people disrespecting them. This novel makes it apparent that it is important to be considerate to everyone you come across throughout the day because that is a quality that is fading in todays society. The author also demonstrates how loved ones can be affected from teens or children with autism. Although it is not Christopher’s fault and his parents want the best for him, his behavior ends up fueling a dispute full of bitter disagreement and lies. Christopher’s parents
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