
A hearing son navigates life between deaf and hearing worlds.
Myron Uhlberg, a hearing child of deaf parents, bridges two worlds in a time when sign language was scarce and misconceptions rampant. As he navigates the challenges and joys of being his parents' voice, he reveals a unique perspective on communication and understanding. How does one balance the silence of one world with the noise of another? Discover the poignant journey of a boy who becomes the link between two contrasting realities, offering a heartfelt glimpse into the complexities of family and identity.
Myron Uhlberg was born the hearing son of deaf parents at a time when American Sign Language was not well established and deaf people were often dismissed as being unintelligent. In this young reader adaptation of his acclaimed memoir, Hands of My Father, Uhlberg recalls the daily difficulties and hidden joys of growing up as the intermediary between his parents’ silent world and the world of the hearing.
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