Description: Inside Deaf Culture Padden, Carol A. and Humphries, Tom L. In this absorbing story of the changing life of a community, the authors of Deaf in America reveal historical events and forces that have shaped the ways that Deaf people define themselves today. Inside Deaf Culture relates Deaf people's search for a voice of their own, and their proud self-discovery and self-description as a flourishing culture. Padden and Humphries show how the nineteenth-century schools for the deaf, with their denigration of sign language and their insistence on oralist teaching, shaped the lives of Deaf people for generations to come. They describe how Deaf culture and art thrived in mid-twentieth century Deaf clubs and Deaf theatre, and profile controversial contemporary technologies. Most triumphant is the story of the survival of the rich and complex language American Sign Language, long misunderstood but finally recently recognized by a hearing world that could not conceive of language in a form other than speech. In a moving conclusion, the authors describe their own very different pathways into the Deaf community, and reveal the confidence and anxiety of the people of this tenuous community as it faces the future. Inside Deaf Culture celebrates the experience of a minority culture--its common past, present debates, and promise for the future. From these pages emerge clear and bold voices, speaking out from inside this once silenced community. Features Used Book in Good Condition Anthem Books Difference Great quality used items! We aim to exceed expectations on every order with quick shipping and extra attention to quality packaging! Competitive Pricing With our dynamic pricing model, our prices are always competitive. Our prices are some of the lowest that you will find on the internet. Rest assured that you're getting a good deal when purchasing with us. 30-day Money Back Guarantee We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. If you're unhappy with the product for any reason, you may return it back for your money-back or a replacement within 30 days. No questions asked!
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Binding: hardcover
Pages: 224
Brand: Harvard University Press
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Edition: First Edition
Publication Date: 2005-01-30T00:00:01Z
Item Name: Inside Deaf Culture
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Style: ABIS_BOOK
Number of Pages: 224 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Inside Deaf Culture
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Publication Year: 2005
Subject: Communication Studies, People with Disabilities, History, Sign Language
Item Height: 0.9 in
Item Weight: 13.2 Oz
Type: Textbook
Item Length: 8.2 in
Subject Area: Language Arts & Disciplines, Social Science, Psychology
Author: Carol A. Padden, Tom L. Humphries
Item Width: 5.5 in
Format: Hardcover
