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The Deaf History Reader,Used
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The Deaf History Reader presents nine masterful chapters that bring together a remarkably vivid depiction of the varied Deaf experience in America. This collection features the finest scholarship from a noteworthy group of historians, including Reginald Boyd, Barry A. Crouch, Mary French, Brian H. Greenwald, Harlan Lane, Harry G. Lang, Kent R. Olney, Richard Pillard, Jill Hendricks Porco, Michael Reis, and volume editor John Vickrey Van Cleve.The incisive articles collected here include an exploration of the genesis of the Deaf community and early evidence of the use of sign language; a comparison of a failed, oralist school for deaf students in Virginia to the success of the American School for the Deaf in Hartford, Connecticut; the development of Deaf consciousness among people who carried a dominant gene for deafness; a biographical sketch of Mary Ann Walworth Booth, an accomplished deaf woman who lived on the Western frontier; an account of Deaf agency in the Indiana Institution and the Evansville Day School; the early antecedents of mainstreaming deaf children despite the objections of their parents; a profile of Alexander Graham Bell that contrasts his support of eugenics to his defense of Deaf rights; the conflicting actions of supervisors of the Pennsylvania Society for the Advancement of the Deaf; and finally, the critical role played by deaf people in the Chicago Mission for the Deafs success in maintaining the Deaf community for more than five decades. The remarkably rich range of topics treated in The Deaf History Reader assure its future status as a standard resource for all Deaf scholars and students.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'The Deaf History Reader'? A: 'The Deaf History Reader' covers a range of topics including the genesis of the Deaf community, the use of sign language, a comparison of different educational approaches for deaf students, the development of Deaf consciousness, biographical sketches of notable Deaf individuals, and the role of Deaf people in community organizations.
- Q: Who are the authors and contributors of this book? A: The book features contributions from notable historians including Reginald Boyd, Barry A. Crouch, Mary French, Brian H. Greenwald, Harlan Lane, Harry G. Lang, Kent R. Olney, Richard Pillard, Jill Hendricks Porco, Michael Reis, and is edited by John Vickrey Van Cleve.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', ensuring it has been inspected for quality and is suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Deaf History Reader' have? A: 'The Deaf History Reader' contains 256 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of various aspects of Deaf history.
- Q: When was 'The Deaf History Reader' published? A: 'The Deaf History Reader' was published on October 15, 2007.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it flexible and easy to handle.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: 'The Deaf History Reader' is considered a valuable resource for Deaf scholars and students, making it suitable for academic study and research.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'The Deaf History Reader', ensuring readers have access to the original compilation of significant writings.
- Q: Does the book include biographies of Deaf individuals? A: Yes, the book includes biographical sketches of notable Deaf individuals, highlighting their contributions and experiences.
- Q: Are there any discussions on the rights of Deaf individuals in this book? A: Yes, the book includes discussions on Deaf rights, particularly in the context of historical figures like Alexander Graham Bell and the advocacy for Deaf communities.