Five Lectures on Blindness

Five Lectures on Blindness
Author: Kate M. Foley
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2022-07-31
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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Five Lectures On Blindness

Five Lectures On Blindness
Author: Kate M. Foley
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2008-10-01
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN:

Immerse yourself in the insightful exploration of blindness and its implications with Kate M. Foley's illuminating collection, "Five Lectures on Blindness." Step into the world of sensory perception and adaptation as Foley delves into the complexities of living without sight. Through a series of thought-provoking lectures, she offers profound insights into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of individuals navigating the world as blind or visually impaired. Themes of resilience, empowerment, and the transformative power of adaptation resonate throughout the lectures, inviting readers to reconsider their perceptions of disability and explore the rich diversity of human experience. Foley's compassionate and insightful approach sheds light on the unique perspectives and capabilities of individuals living with blindness, challenging stereotypes and fostering empathy. Through vivid storytelling and personal anecdotes, Foley brings to life the experiences of blind individuals and the innovative techniques they employ to navigate the world. From mastering Braille to utilizing assistive technology, each lecture offers a glimpse into the ingenuity and resourcefulness of those living with visual impairment. The overall tone of the collection is one of empathy and understanding, as Foley celebrates the resilience and determination of individuals overcoming the challenges of blindness. With its blend of personal narratives, educational insights, and practical advice, "Five Lectures on Blindness" offers a comprehensive and inspiring exploration of a topic that touches us all. "Five Lectures on Blindness" has earned acclaim for its compassionate portrayal of blindness and its thoughtful examination of the societal barriers and misconceptions that individuals with visual impairment face. Critics and readers alike have praised Foley's ability to shed light on a complex and often misunderstood topic with clarity, sensitivity, and grace. Whether you're personally affected by blindness, work in a related field, or simply wish to broaden your understanding of human diversity, "Five Lectures on Blindness" promises to enlighten and inspire. It's a compelling exploration of the human spirit and the resilience of individuals facing life's challenges with courage and grace. Don't miss your chance to gain new insights and perspectives on blindness with Kate M. Foley as your guide. Grab your copy now and embark on a journey of discovery, empathy, and empowerment that will leave you inspired and enlightened.

Seeing a Color-Blind Future

Seeing a Color-Blind Future
Author: Patricia J. Williams
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Total Pages: 81
Release: 2016-08-02
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1466896051

In these five eloquent and passionate pieces (which she gave as the prestigious Reith Lectures for the BBC) Patricia J. Williams asks how we might achieve a world where "color doesn't matter"--where whiteness is not equated with normalcy and blackness with exoticism and danger. Drawing on her own experience, Williams delineates the great divide between "the poles of other people's imagination and the nice calm center of oneself where dignity resides," and discusses how it might be bridged as a first step toward resolving racism. Williams offers us a new starting point--"a sensible and sustained consideration"--from which we might begin to deal honestly with the legacy and current realities of our prejudices.

Waking Up Blind

Waking Up Blind
Author: Thomas Harbin
Publisher: Hillcrest Publishing Group
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2009
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1934938874

Includes bibliographical references (p. 228-230).

Seven Nights

Seven Nights
Author: Jorge Luis Borges
Publisher: New Directions Publishing
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2009
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN: 9780811218382

The incomparable Borges delivered these seven lectures in Buenos Aires in 1977; attendees were treated to Borges' erudition on the following topics: Dante's The Divine Comedy, Nightmares, Thousand and One Dreams, Buddhism, Poetry, The Kabbalah, and Blindness.

Crashing Through

Crashing Through
Author: Robert Kurson
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
Total Pages: 330
Release: 2008-08-19
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0812973682

Mike May spent his life crashing through. Blinded at age three, he defied expectations by breaking world records in downhill speed skiing, joining the CIA, and becoming a successful inventor, entrepreneur, and family man. He had never yearned for vision. Then, in 1999, a chance encounter brought startling news: a revolutionary stem cell transplant surgery could restore May’s vision. It would allow him to drive, to read, to see his children’s faces. But the procedure was filled with gambles, some of them deadly, others beyond May’s wildest dreams. Beautifully written and thrillingly told, Crashing Through is a journey of suspense, daring, romance, and insight into the mysteries of vision and the brain. Robert Kurson gives us a fascinating account of one man’s choice to explore what it means to see–and to truly live. Praise for the National Bestseller Crashing Through: “An incredible human story [told] in gripping fashion . . . a great read.” –Chicago Sun-Times “Inspiring.” –USA Today “[An] astonishing story . . . memorably told . . . May is remarkable. . . . Don’t be surprised if your own vision mists over now and then.” –Chicago Tribune “[A] moving account [of] an extraordinary character.” –People “Terrific . . . [a] genuinely fascinating account of the nature of human vision.” –The Washington Post “Kurson is a man with natural curiosity and one who can feel the excitement life has to offer. One of his great gifts is he makes you feel it, too.” –The Kansas City Star “Propulsive . . . a gripping adventure story.” –Entertainment Weekly NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE

Notes on Blindness

Notes on Blindness
Author: John Hull
Publisher: Profile Books
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2017-02-09
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1782833617

A rediscovered modern classic: a life-affirming account of one man's journey into blindness 'A gift to the whole of humanity' Cathy Rentzenbrink Days before the birth of his first son, writer and academic John M. Hull started to go blind. He would lose his sight entirely, unable to distinguish any sense of light or shadow. Isolated and claustrophobic, he sank into a deep depression. Soon, he had forgotten what his wife and daughter looked like. In Notes on Blindness, John reveals his profound sense of loss, his altered perceptions of time and space, of waking and sleeping, love and companionship. With astonishing lucidity of thought and no self-pity, he describes the horror of being faceless, and asks what it truly means to be a husband and father. And eventually, he finds a new way of experiencing the world, of seeing the light. Based on John's diaries recorded on audio tape, this is a profoundly moving, wise and life-affirming account of one man's journey into blindness. 'Poignant and wise' Andrew Solomon Published in partnership with Wellcome Collection.

Reflections on Empire

Reflections on Empire
Author: Antonio Negri
Publisher: Polity
Total Pages: 211
Release: 2008-07-08
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0745637051

This new book from Antonio Negri, one of the most influential political thinkers writing today, provides a concise and accessible introduction to the key ideas of his recent work. Giving the reader a sense of the wider context in which Negri has developed the ideas that have become so central to current debates, the book is made up of five lectures which address a series of topics that are dealt with in his world-famous books empire, globalization, multitude, sovereignty, democracy. Reflections on Empire will appeal to anyone interested in current debates about the ways in which the world is changing today, to the many people who are followers of Negri's work and to students and scholars in sociology, politics and cultural studies.