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Earshot: A Photographic Collection of Stories on Deafness and Hearing Loss

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Earshot: A Photographic Collection of Stories on Deafness and Hearing Loss by Kate Disher-Quill is a compelling exploration of the experiences and challenges faced by those with hearing impairments. It blends personal narratives and striking photography to offer an intimate look into the world of deafness, highlighting the diverse ways in which individuals navigate their auditory and communicative realities. This educational and insightful work aims to foster understanding and empathy by immersing readers in the stories of resilience and community within the deaf and hearing-impaired population.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring the personal stories and experiences of those living with deafness and hearing loss. Combining striking photography with narrative, it offers an insightful look into the diverse realities and challenges faced by the Deaf community, ideal for anyone keen on learning about inclusivity and human diversity.

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A collection of beautiful photographs and personal stories, Earshot offers a unique representation and enriching insight into the world of deafness and hearing loss.

Through intimate personal portrayals using photography and honest and poignant storytelling, Earshot takes us into the world of deafness and brings to light a myriad of experiences and issues surrounding this complex theme. This includes everything from the daily reality of hearing aids, cochlear implants, lip reading, and Auslan, to personal stories of overcoming adversity and celebrating differences. The book addresses a topic which is often seen as taboo and presents it in a way that allows us to reflect upon our prejudices and gently guides us towards understanding one another.

Diagnosed with hearing loss at three years of age and fitted with hearing aids when she was 10, photographer and author Kate Disher-Quill spent her childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood feeling ashamed and in denial of her deafness. She concealed it for over 16 years, which included hiding the many pairs of hearing aids she was fitted with. A simple, yet pivotal experience of reading an article about another young deaf photographer led her down a path of self-acceptance and ultimately left her questioning how the power of photography and visual storytelling could change our perception of deafness and hearing loss.

The driving force was to create a book for her younger selfβ€”something that would have helped her accept her hearing loss much earlier. Not only a joy to read and a visually enriching experience, Earshot compels the reader as it educates, empowers, and connects us all.

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Earshot: A Photographic Collection of Stories on Deafness and Hearing Loss by Kate Disher-Quill presents a visually stunning exploration of personal experiences with deafness and hearing loss. Critics appreciate the book for its intimate portrayal and ability to educate through powerful imagery and storytelling. Reviewers commend the inclusivity and diversity of perspectives, which offer readers a deeper understanding of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760641481

Publisher: Black Inc.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 March 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Nero

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 223.0mm

Height: 286.0mm

Weight: 1125g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Kate Disher-Quill is a Melbourne based artist working across photography, film and multimedia. As a visual communicator she is drawn to weaving stories into art to explore themes reflected in her community and the wider Australian society. Central to her artistic practice is the desire to create new and empowering words that inspire connections and understanding between the subject and audience. She is a professional photographer who has exhibited in numerous group and solo shows in Australia. Her debut solo exhibition 'Right Hear, Right Now' toured from Sydney to Canberra and Melbourne in 2015 and 2016.

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