Disability Visibility: First-person Stories From The Twenty-

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Nombre: Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the Twenty-First Century - (Libro en Inglés)
Marca: Vintage

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ONE OF THE PROGRESSIVE'S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR One in five people in the United States lives with a disability. Some disabilities are visible, others less apparentbut all are underrepresented in media and popular culture. Now, just in time for the thirtieth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, activist Alice Wong brings together this urgent, galvanizing collection of contemporary essays by disabled people.From Harriet McBryde Johnsons account of her debate with Peter Singer over her own personhood to original pieces by authors like Keah Brown and Haben Girma; from blog posts, manifestos, and eulogies to Congressional testimonies, and beyond: this anthology gives a glimpse into the rich complexity of the disabled experience, highlighting the passions, talents, and everyday lives of this community. It invites readers to question their own understandings. It celebrates and documents disability culture in the now. It looks to the future and the past with hope and love. Críticas ONE OF THE PROGRESSIVE'S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR ENTROPY'S BEST OF NONFICTIONDisability rights activist Alice Wong brings tough conversations to the forefront of society with this anthology. It sheds light on the experience of life as an individual with disabilities, as told by none other than authors with these life experiences. It's an eye-opening collection that readers will revisit time and time again. Chicago TribuneShares perspectives that are too often missing from such decision-making about accessibility. The Washington PostImplicitly (and sometimes explicitly) makes the case for acknowledging and accommodating societys overlooked population of disabled people. The New York Times Book ReviewAn exemplary collection. . . . This months #RequiredReading. Ms. MagazineA raw, emotional collection, an investment in the power of storytelling to foster vibrant connections, and an unapologetic rejection of internalized ableism. . . . The 37 powerful stories in Disability Visibility reveal the depth of everyday courage and the extraordinary human capacity to find humor in the face of lifes adversities. Shelf AwarenessRoughly 15 percent of people around the world have a disability, and yet their stories are often never told. Alice Wongs anthology, Disability Visibility, brings their narratives front and center with the goal of showcasing the wide range of modern disability experiences. . . . Ultra-impressive. Shondaland, "10 Books Set to Become the New Feminist Classics"By its very nature, the disability community is incredibly intersectional and diverse, including people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and cultures. Disability Visibility reflects that diversity with its contributors, giving . . . a look at a wide range of experiences and types of disability. Book RiotAlice Wong . . . has long been at the forefront of the disability justice movement. Bitch Media, 17 Books Feminists Should Read in JuneMore resonant than ever. In this kaleidoscopic collection, Wong and her contributors provide not just a snapshot of what disability has meant in the past 20 years, but an urgent invitation to take that understanding forward. . . . A landmark resource for understanding disability. AutostraddleDiverse and poignant. . . . I was deeply moved by more pieces than I could name. Shir Kehila, Columbia JournalEvery piece in Disability Visibility evokes . . . tenacity, some gut-wrenching and others inspiring. . . . The range of subjects is impressive: assistive technologies, carceral injustice, fashion, homophobia and heterosexism, medical care and medical abuse, organizing strategies, psychotherapy, racism, relationships, sex, and sexism. The ProgressiveCelebrates and documents the lived experiences, power, and culture of the disabled community. Morning BrewWongs discerning selections, bolstered by the activism that shines through, will educate and inspire readers.

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-Idioma: Inglés
-Envío: Desde EE.UU.
-Libro impreso y nuevo

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Tiempo de entrega: 10 días
Peso del paquete: 1 kg
Medidas: 5 cm x 22 cm x 27 cm cm
Material: Papel
Modelo: 9781984899422
Meses de garantía: 1
Garantía: Por defectos de fabricación
Condición: Nuevo
Color: Multicolor
Nombre de color: Multicolor
ASIN: 1984899422
País de producción: United States
Encuadernado: Pasta blanda
Editorial: Vintage
Titulo del libro: Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the Twenty-First Century - (Libro en Inglés)
Autor: Wong, Alice
Fecha de publicación: 2020
Idioma: Inglés
Número de páginas: 336
ISBN-13: 9781984899422
Edad mínima sugerida: 6
Genero musical: Literatura Universal
Contenido del paquete: 1 pieza
SKU: 9781984899422