Louder Please! The Autobiography Of A Deaf Man

Louder Please! The Autobiography Of A Deaf Man is a compelling memoir written by Earnest Elmo Calkins, chronicling his life as a deaf individual. The book is a powerful account of the challenges he faced growing up deaf in a hearing world, and how he overcame them to become a successful advertising executive.Calkins was born in 1868 and lost his hearing at the age of five due to scarlet fever. He describes in vivid detail the difficulties he faced in communicating with his family and peers, and the isolation he felt as a result of his deafness. Despite these challenges, Calkins was determined to succeed and pursued his education with passion and determination.Throughout the book, Calkins shares his experiences of attending deaf schools, learning to lip-read, and the various technologies he used to aid his communication. He also delves into his personal life, including his marriage and family, and the impact his deafness had on these relationships.Despite the obstacles he faced, Calkins went on to have a successful career in advertising, working with some of the biggest brands of his time. He also became an advocate for the deaf community, working to improve access to education and employment opportunities.Overall, Louder Please! The Autobiography Of A Deaf Man is a poignant and inspiring memoir that offers a unique perspective on the challenges of living with deafness. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the experiences of the deaf community and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.