9781334935268 - Proceedings of the World Conference on Work for the Blind (Classic Reprint): Under the Auspices of the American Association of Instructors of the ... Blind, Inc.; W... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the international effort to understand and address the needs of blind individuals. The text draws its focus from a groundbreaking event: the 1931 World Conference on Work for the Blind, held in New York City. The author expertly guides the reader through the origins of this significant gathering, tracing its roots back to preliminary discussions in Vienna in 1929. The book goes beyond simply documenting the event; it dives into the rich tapestry of topics explored at the conference, including the education of blind children, vocational training for adults, the development of technical aids, and the prevention of blindness. The author highlights the crucial role of international collaboration in tackling these complex challenges, underscoring the shared desire to improve the lives of blind people worldwide. The text also reflects the evolving attitudes of the time towards blindness, moving away from a focus on charity and towards a model of integration and empowerment. The conference served as a platform for sharing best practices, forging connections between professionals, and promoting a new vision of blind individuals as capable and valuable members of society. This book captures the spirit of this vital moment in the history of work for the blind, offering a valuable window into the past that continues to resonate with contemporary concerns for inclusion and opportunity. 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.