Enabling Lives: A Glimpse into the Disability Civil Rights Movement

Enabling Lives offers a unique perspective on the disability civil rights movement by delving into the lives of its key leaders. This book is a collection of authorized biographies featuring prominent figures such as Frank Bowe, Tony Coelho, Justin Dart, Judy Heumann, Evan Kemp, and Harold Russell. It not only provides an accurate historical record of the movement’s development but also invites readers to become acquainted with the individuals who shaped it and view history through their eyes.

Each of the book’s subjects has contributed countless hours of interviews, recollections, and personal stories, helping to create a legacy that will hopefully be carried on by current and future leaders of the movement. This book serves as a testament to their dedication and perseverance in advocating for civil rights for individuals with disabilities.

Published in 1999, Enabling Lives is a significant work that provides insight into the disability civil rights movement. It is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about the history and development of this important social movement.

Details:

Author: Brian T. McMahon, Linda R. Shaw, Justin Dart, Christine Reid

Publisher: Routledge

Publication Date: September 28, 1999

Language: English

Pages: 244

ISBN-10: 0849303516

ISBN-13: 978-0849303517