In the years following the American Civil War; few educational opportunities were provided to newly-freed black citizens. The situation was compounded for black deaf children in the American South. Efforts to educate these children were delayed and deferred in most southern states. Even as the need for this education became obvious; southern legislatures frequently denied or deferred any real educational opportunities for black deaf children. In The Segregated Georgia School for the Deaf; Ron Knorr and Clemmie Whatley tell the story of one such institution designed to educate Georgia's black deaf children. Beginning with early efforts during Reconstruction; Knorr and Whatley trace the often tumultuous and neglectful history of the education for these students from the time of the Jim Crow South through efforts during the Progressive Era to improve the plight of these children. This history of the segregated school continues through two world wars and the struggle for civil rights; ending with the ultimate desegregation of the school. Rich with contemporary stories; firsthand accounts and interviews; and photographs and illustrations of its history; The Segregated Georgia School for the Deaf is a compelling story of heroic efforts to improve the lot of these students along with the often shameful neglect of Georgia's most vulnerable children.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Heartwarming Sameness in our DifferencesBy Reader2“Buddhism: One Teacher; Many Traditions†masterfully presents the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha by juxtaposing the fundamental elements and standard language of the Pali and Tibetan traditions “from soup to nuts.†For certain key topics (ethics; meditative practice; bodhicitta; buddha nature) the Chinese; and related traditions’; views and vocabulary are also summarized and included in the comparison. By carefully delineating differences in formal structure; practice emphasis; terms; and concepts of “path†that have developed in various traditions; the authors illuminate the core teachings that unite us as Buddhists; and clarify the points of divergence. Concise explanations of potentially contentious topics gives one an appreciation of the same underlying intent of the teachings; despite the differing presentations and emphases. This is an authoritative work; unencumbered by any sectarian agenda. No view; group or teacher is elevated or demeaned. It will serve as a marvelous introduction to Buddhism; as well as being a heartwarming summary to refresh and encourage current practitioners of any tradition to see all Buddhists; indeed all sentient beings; as family.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Highly recommended.By Stephen SVery clear and concise exposition of the differences and commonalities among the various traditions in Buddhism. Some of the statements outlining the Buddha's centeral teachings alone are worth the price of this book. Highly recommended.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. I found this book to be a wonderful clarification of the different traditions of BuddhismBy Susi QA must have read for students and those - well; anyone - attracted to Buddhism and the philosophy. Venerable Chodron; the author of several books on Buddhism; clearly has a talent for helping the reader understand the 'one garden; many paths' approach to the subject. As a novice Buddhist; I found this book to be a wonderful clarification of the different traditions of Buddhism.
