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Seeing Voices: A Journey Into The World Of The Deaf,Used
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Oliver Sacks Has Been Described (By The New York Times Book Review) As 'One Of The Great Clinical Writers Of The 20Th Century,' And His Books, Including The Medical Classics Migraine And Awakenings, Have Been Widely Praised By Critics From W. H. Auden To Harold Pinter To Doris Lessing. In His Last Book, The Man Who Mistook His Wife For A Hat, Dr. Sacks Undertook A Fascinating Journey Into The World Of The Neurologically Impaired, An Exploration That Noel Perrin In The Chicago Suntimes Called 'Wise, Compassionate, And Very Literate . . . The Kind That Restore(S) Ones Faith In Humanity.'Now, With Seeing Voices, Dr. Sacks Takes Us Into The World Of The Deaf, A World He Explores With The Same Passion And Insight That Have Illuminated Other Human Conditions For His Readers Everywhere. Seeing Voices Is A Journey: A Journey First Into The History Of Deaf People, The (Often Outrageous) Ways In Which They Were Seen And Treated In The Past, And The New Understanding That Started To Dawn In The Eighteenth Century; And A Journey Into The Present Situation Of The Deafa Situation Which, All Too Often, Is Still One Of Misunderstanding And Mistreatment.Dr. Sacks Writes Of How He Has Come To See Deaf People 'In A New Light, As A People, With A Distinctive Language, Sensibility, And Culture Of Their Own.' Indeed, It Is Only In The Last Ten Years That The Extraordinary And Beautiful Visualgestural Language Of The Deafsignhas Been Fully Recognized As A Language, As Linguistically Complete, Rich, And Expressive As Any Spoken Language, A Language With Its Own Distinctive Basis In The Brain. The One Overwhelming Peril For The Deaf Is To Be Kept From Achieving Language Competence Of Any Kind, To Be Denied Access To Both Sign And Speech, And That Tragedy Is Completely Preventable By Early Exposure To Sign.Sign Is Also Social And Cultural. It Lies At The Heart Of The Many Manifestions Of 'Deaf Consciousness' In The Past Twenty Years, Among Them The Remarkable Uprising Of The Deaf Students At Gallaudet University In 1988. The Revolt Gained International Attention And Showed The World Decisively That Deaf People Have 'Come Of Age' And No Longer Want To Be Treated As 'Disabled.' Dr. Sacks Gives A Vivid Personal Account Of The Revolt And Ponders Its Implications For The Future. All His Encounters In The Course Of This Exhilarating Journey Raise Issues Of Surprising Depth And Richness Which, Though Of Paramount Interest To Deaf People And All Concerned With Them, Also Extend Powerfully To The Human Condition In General.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of 'Seeing Voices'? A: The book measures six point two six inches in length, zero point seven five inches in width, and nine point five inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does 'Seeing Voices' have? A: The book contains one hundred eighty pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Seeing Voices' use? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Seeing Voices'? A: The author of the book is Oliver Sacks.
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Seeing Voices'? A: The book explores the world of the deaf and their language, culture, and history.
- Q: Is 'Seeing Voices' suitable for all ages? A: Yes, the book is suitable for a general audience, though it deals with complex themes regarding deaf culture.
- Q: How should I approach reading 'Seeing Voices'? A: Readers can enjoy the book as a narrative journey into deaf culture and history, making it suitable for both casual and academic readers.
- Q: What is the reading level of 'Seeing Voices'? A: The book is suitable for high school students and adults due to its thematic depth.
- Q: Can 'Seeing Voices' be read as an academic reference? A: Yes, it can serve as an academic reference for those studying neuropsychology and deaf culture.
- Q: How do I care for 'Seeing Voices'? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it in a cool, dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
- Q: Is there a warranty or return policy for 'Seeing Voices'? A: Return policies may vary by retailer, so check with the seller for specific details.
- Q: What should I do if 'Seeing Voices' arrives damaged? A: Contact the retailer immediately to report the issue and inquire about replacement options.
- Q: Are there any discussions on deaf culture in 'Seeing Voices'? A: Yes, the book includes significant discussions on the culture and language of the deaf community.
- Q: How does 'Seeing Voices' compare to other books by Oliver Sacks? A: Unlike his other works, 'Seeing Voices' focuses specifically on the experiences and perspectives of the deaf.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would benefit from 'Seeing Voices'? A: The book is particularly beneficial for educators, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in neuropsychology or deaf studies.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Seeing Voices'? A: Themes include language acquisition, cultural identity, and historical treatment of deaf individuals.