
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER I Terrors That Are Imaginary
CHAPTER II On the Road to Silence
CHAPTER III Head Noises and Subjective Audition.
CHAPTER IV Facing the Hard Situation
CHAPTER V “A Heart For Any Fate”
CHAPTER VI Memories of Early Life
CHAPTER VII Experimenting With the Deaf Man
CHAPTER VIII Companions in Trouble
CHAPTER IX The Approach to Silence
A thoughtful exploration of life lived without sound, this work invites listeners into a world that most of us only glimpse from the outside. The author begins by framing the silence as a hidden nation, home to millions whose daily realities are rarely reflected in literature. Through vivid personal anecdotes and candid observations, the narrative reveals how deaf people navigate society, humor, and the misconceptions that surround them.
The first chapters spring from two striking incidents that propel the author into storytelling, offering a glimpse of the challenges and unexpected moments that arise in bustling New York. By describing commuter tunnels, ferry rides, and the quiet fears that accompany ordinary settings, the book paints a nuanced portrait of resilience and curiosity. Listeners will come away with a deeper appreciation for the silent adventures that shape a community often overlooked, and a renewed sense of empathy for those who experience the world in a different way.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (372K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by ellinora, Brian Wilsden and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Release date
Apr 24, 2020
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1857–1927
A longtime newspaper editor with a deep love of rural life, he spent decades shaping how American readers thought about farming, gardening, and country living. He also wrote fiction and reflective prose, bringing a warm, observant voice to both practical advice and storytelling.
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