Deaf Community in America - by Melvia M Nomeland & Ronald E Nomeland (Paperback)

The Deaf Community in the West: A Historical Perspective is a comprehensive and informative book that delves into the changes experienced by the deaf community in the West over the centuries.

The author, Melvia M.

Nomeland, who is deaf herself, provides a detailed account of the evolution of communication and language, as well as the shifting attitudes towards deafness.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the rich cultural heritage and identity of this often-ignored population.

With contributions from notable deaf individuals and a focus on humanizing rather than medicalizing or pathologizing deafness, this book is an essential primer for anyone looking to learn more about the deaf community.