Excerpt from Alphabets, or Systems of Printing, Writing and Notation of Music, Best Adapted to the Use of the Blind
OF the many privations endured by the blind, and especially by those among them who have once enjoyed the power of vision, none are meie acutely felt than their frequent inability to read and write. It is very difficult to realize, without the aid of painful experience, all that this inability implies. It is, we fear, inevitable that the blind should be cut off fiom any unassisted knowledge of current or ephemeral literature, but a movement has recently been set on foot which promises to be successful, and which has for its object to 1estore to them the works of great writers, and to give them improved and easy means of holding written communication with others.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of 19th-century advancements in literacy for the blind, offering a comprehensive exploration of various printing systems and their impact on accessibility and education. The author meticulously examines the challenges faced by the blind community during this era, particularly the limitations imposed by traditional Roman letter-based printing methods. In this historical context, the book sheds light on the groundbreaking Braille system, developed by Louis Braille, and its transformative potential for empowering blind individuals. The author engages in a thought-provoking discussion comparing Braille with other contemporary systems like those of Lucas, Frere, and Moon, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each approach. Central to the book's exploration is the ongoing debate among educators and advocates regarding the ideal system for printing and writing for the blind. The author emphasizes the significance of tactile legibility, compactness, and ease of learning, advocating for a universal system that would transcend geographical boundaries and foster greater inclusivity for the blind community. Ultimately, this book underscores the profound impact of accessible literacy on the lives of blind individuals, paving the way for their intellectual growth, social integration, and pursuit of fulfilling careers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282920067_0
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