About this ebook
In this poignant and powerful memoir, the author tells the story of their childhood growing up with Deaf parents. Through intimate and evocative prose, Dawn explores the challenges and joys of living in a world that is often hostile and unwelcoming to those who are different.
From the isolation and challenges that come with being a child of Deaf parents, to the strength and resilience that comes with love and belonging, the author shares their unique and deeply personal perspective on what it means to see and communicate in a richly silent world.
This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Deaf experience, and the power of love and belonging to overcome adversity. Beautifully written and deeply moving, Unheard Voices is an exploration of what it means to be a part of a diverse and vibrant culture.
About the author
Dawn is the first-born hearing child of Deaf adults (a CODA). Growing up in post-war suburban Melbourne her family looked like almost everyone else, until they started talking on their hands. At a young age, she became the interpreter for her mother' s family, who never learnt sign. Later, shebecame a teacher of English, Literature and Drama and moved to Perth,where she taught for many years in the West Australian school and prisonsystems. Dawn now lives in North Fremantle and spends her time writingabout language and culture and discovering the silenced voices behinduntold stories.
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