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041 _aeng
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_bSAC
100 _aSacks, Oliver
245 _aSeeing Voices
_b: A Journey into the World of the Deaf
260 _bPicador
_c2012
_aLondon
300 _axvii, 222p.
520 _aIn "Seeing Voices," Oliver Sacks explores the fascinating and complex world of the Deaf community. He examines various aspects of Deaf culture, history, and language, particularly focusing on American Sign Language (ASL). Sacks delves into the controversies surrounding Deaf education and the impact of cochlear implants on Deaf identity. Through personal stories and historical accounts, he paints a vivid picture of the richness and diversity of the Deaf experience.This book is renowned for its compassionate and insightful exploration of Deaf culture and remains a significant work in the field of Deaf studies.
650 _aDeaf
_aAmerican Sign Language
_vDeaf people History
690 _aGeneral
942 _cBK
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