Accessible America: A History of Disability and Design by Bess Williamson

Accessible America: A History of Disability and Design

Crip: New Directions in Disability Studies

Bess Williamson with Kerry Dukin (Narrator)

10 hours, 59 minutes first pub 2019 (editions) user-added

nonfiction design history informative slow-paced
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Accessible America: A History of Disability and Design by Bess Williamson is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of design, social justice, and human rights, offering a rich and inspiring narrative that will resonate with readers who appreciate stories of activism, innovation, and the power of inclusive design to transform our world.

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A history of design that is often overlooked--until we need itHave you ever hit the big blue button to activate automatic doors? Have you ever used an ergonomic kitchen tool? Have you ever used curb cuts to roll a stroller across an intersection? ...

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