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Nothing About Us Without Us: Disability Oppression And Empowerment,New
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James Charlton Has Produced A Ringing Indictment Of Disability Oppression, Which, He Says, Is Rooted In Degradation, Dependency, And Powerlessness And Is Experienced In Some Form By Five Hundred Million Persons Throughout The World Who Have Physical, Sensory, Cognitive, Or Developmental Disabilities. Nothing About Us Without Us Is The First Book In The Literature On Disability To Provide A Theoretical Overview Of Disability Oppression That Shows Its Similarities To, And Differences From, Racism, Sexism, And Colonialism. Charlton'S Analysis Is Illuminated By Interviews He Conducted Over A Tenyear Period With Disability Rights Activists Throughout The Third World, Europe, And The United States.Charlton Finds An Antidote For Dependency And Powerlessness In The Resistance To Disability Oppression That Is Emerging Worldwide. His Interviews Contain Striking Stories Of Selfreliance And Empowerment Evoking The New Consciousness Of Disability Rights Activists. As A Latecomer Among The World'S Liberation Movements, The Disability Rights Movement Will Gain Visibility And Momentum From Charlton'S Elucidation Of Its History And Its Political Philosophy Of Selfdetermination, Which Is Captured In The Title Of His Book.Nothing About Us Without Us Expresses The Conviction Of People With Disabilities That They Know What Is Best For Them. Charlton'S Combination Of Personal Involvement And Theoretical Awareness Assures Greater Understanding Of The Disability Rights Movement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Nothing About Us Without Us'? A: The main theme of 'Nothing About Us Without Us' is the critique of disability oppression and the empowerment of individuals with disabilities. James Charlton explores how disability oppression is similar to other forms of oppression, such as racism and sexism, and emphasizes the importance of self-determination for people with disabilities.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Nothing About Us Without Us' is James I. Charlton, who has engaged with disability rights activists over a ten-year period to provide insights into the disability rights movement.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Nothing About Us Without Us' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable for readers.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 213 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of disability oppression and empowerment.
- Q: When was 'Nothing About Us Without Us' published? A: 'Nothing About Us Without Us' was published on August 30, 2000.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic studies? A: Yes, the book provides a theoretical overview of disability oppression and can serve as a valuable resource for academic studies in disability studies, sociology, and human rights.
- Q: What kind of content can readers expect from the interviews in the book? A: Readers can expect insightful and striking stories from disability rights activists, which highlight themes of self-reliance, empowerment, and resistance to oppression.
- Q: Does the book address global perspectives on disability? A: Yes, Charlton's analysis includes perspectives from disability rights activists in the Third World, Europe, and the United States, offering a global view of disability oppression and empowerment.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Nothing About Us Without Us'? A: The title emphasizes the belief that individuals with disabilities should have a voice in decisions that affect their lives, reflecting a core principle of the disability rights movement.
- Q: Is the book recommended for general readers or primarily for professionals? A: While the book is academically rigorous, it is also accessible to general readers interested in understanding the complexities of disability rights and oppression.