Deaf Characters in Literature
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| Title: | Deaf Characters in Literature |
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| Description: | This book presents the most comprehensive review of deaf characters in literature available. Examining British and American examples found in novels, comics, poetry, television and film, the work identifies significant trends and themes that range from the last three hundred years to the present day. It is centered on an understanding of the history and development of deaf education, its impact on the use of oral speech and sign language, and the rise of deaf. |
| Authors: | Paul Dakin, Author |
| Resource Type: | eBook. |
| Subjects: | Deaf people in literature, American literature--History and criticism, English literature--History and criticism, Symbolism in literature, Sign language |
| Categories: | LITERARY CRITICISM / Semiotics & Theory, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Sign Language |
| Database: | eBook Collection (EBSCOhost) |
| Abstract: | This book presents the most comprehensive review of deaf characters in literature available. Examining British and American examples found in novels, comics, poetry, television and film, the work identifies significant trends and themes that range from the last three hundred years to the present day. It is centered on an understanding of the history and development of deaf education, its impact on the use of oral speech and sign language, and the rise of deaf. |
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| ISBN: | 9781527539501 9781527539648 |
