A Friend Like Ben: The true story of the little black and white cat that saved my sonOriginally published as Bens Gift. The heart warming true story of a little boy and the cat that changed his life. Nine year old George was severely autistic; quiet and withdrawn, he appeared lost in his own world most of the time. His mother Julia despaired as she couldnt bring George out of his shell. But when a black and white stray cat appeared in their garden, everything changed. Georges new four legged friend, Ben, had a wonderful and unexpected