L'Abbé de l'Épée: sa vie, son apostolat, ses travaux, sa lutte et ses succès
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Berthier, Ferdinand, 1803-1886
French
"L'Abbé de l'Épée: sa vie, son apostolat, ses travaux, sa lutte et ses succès" by Ferdinand Berthier is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book revolves around the life of Charles-Michel de l'Épée, a notable figure in the education of the deaf and the founder of the first public school for deaf-mutes in France. It highlights ...
the challenges he faced in promoting their acceptance and education. The opening of the book introduces the foundation of the Central Society for Deaf-Mutes in Paris in 1838, which aimed to unify efforts for the welfare of the deaf community. Berthier reflects on the legacy of the Abbé de l'Épée after the discovery of his remains, describing the establishment of a monument in his honor. In this introduction, the author outlines the mission to document the life and contributions of this "spiritual father" of the deaf, emphasizing the societal changes in the treatment of individuals with hearing impairments and the appreciation they have garnered over the years. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Mary Torres
4 months agoHaving read this twice, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. Thanks for making this available.
Sandra Wilson
1 month agoMake no mistake, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Simply brilliant.
Margaret Green
1 month agoHonestly, the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Edward Jones
1 month agoCompared to other books on this topic, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. Don't hesitate to download this.
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Karen Campbell
1 week agoAt first glance, the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. I couldn't put it down until the very end.