Overview

This is the first book to consider both deaf and hearing perspectives on the dynamics of adult sibling relationships. Deaf and hearing authors Berkowitz and Jonas conducted interviews with 22 adult siblings, using ASL and spoken English, to access their intimate thoughts. A major feature of the book is its analysis of how isolation impacts deaf-hearing sibling relationships. The book documents the 150 year history of societal attitudes embedded in sibling bonds and identifies how the siblings' lives were affected by the communication choices their parents made. The authors weave information throughout the text to reveal attitudes toward American Sign Language and the various roles deaf and hearing siblings take on as monitors, facilitators, signing-siblings and sibling-interpreters, all of which impact lifelong bonds.

Full Product Details

Author:   Marla C. Berkowitz ,  Judith A. Jonas
Publisher:   McFarland & Co Inc
Imprint:   McFarland & Co Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.290kg
ISBN:  

9780786478255

ISBN 10:   078647825
Pages:   212
Publication Date:   11 August 2014
Recommended Age:   From 18 years
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents Acknowledgments  v Foreword by Martha A. Sheridan  1 Preface  3 Introduction  7 Part One. The Emergence of a Sibling  15 1. How Conversations Began  16 2. First Social Network  21 3. Inside the Family  32 4. Intensities of Sibling Closeness  41 Part Two. Milan Impact  47 5. Between Marginalization and Human Rights  50 6. Molding Deaf Siblings  63 7. The Fallout  95 8. Magnet Secrets  104 Part Three. Sibling Buddies  115 9. Sibling Monitors  116 10. Sibling Facilitators  125 11. Signing Siblings  134 12. ­Sibling-Interpreters  143 13. Investing Quality Time  160 14. We Will Chat Anyway  163 Appendix A: Continuum of Intensities of Sibling Closeness  179 Appendix B: Questions for Guided Discussion  181 Appendix C: Let’s See What Our Fingers Know  183 Appendix D: BMJ Family Interpreter Fund  187 Chapter Notes  191 Bibliography  193 Index  199

Reviews

Brings to light a broader picture of family dynamics in the deaf community...intriguing, well-rounded -- ProtoView ProtoView

-Intriguing...extensive background information helpful to those unfamiliar with the deaf world and culture...compelling---Library Journal; -unique and valuable.... The book will interest educators, researchers, and parents---Journal of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education; -brings to light a broader picture of family dynamics in the deaf community...intriguing, well-rounded---ProtoView.

Intriguing...extensive background information helpful to those unfamiliar with the deaf world and culture...compelling --<i>Library Journal</i>; Brings to light a broader picture of family dynamics in the deaf community...intriguing, well-rounded --<i>ProtoView</i>.

Author Information

Marla C. Berkowitz is a senior lecturer in the American Sign Language (ASL) Program at Ohio State University. She is certified by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, the American Sign Language Teachers Association and the Supreme Court of Ohio as a court interpreter. She lives in Columbus, Ohio. Judith A. Jonas is a freelance sign language interpreter, with New Jersey educational interpreter certification. She retired from being the coordinator and co-founder of a literacy, job placement and counseling program for deaf adults. She lives in Bethesda, Maryland.

Tab Content 6

Author Website:  

Customer Reviews

Recent Reviews

No review item found!

Add your own review!

Countries Available

All regions