--- product_id: 347068602 title: "Introduction to American Deaf Culture" price: "β‚±13990" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/347068602-introduction-to-american-deaf-culture store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Rich visuals: charts & graphs 15 insightful chapters Deaf art & literature focus Introduction to American Deaf Culture **Price:** β‚±13990 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Unlock the vibrant world of Deaf culture β€” don’t just learn ASL, live it! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Introduction to American Deaf Culture - **How much does it cost?** β‚±13990 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/347068602-introduction-to-american-deaf-culture) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Visual Learning Boost:** Charts, graphs, and images enhance understanding beyond traditional textbooks. - β€’ **Essential for ASL Learners:** A must-have companion for anyone serious about mastering American Sign Language and its community. - β€’ **Highly Acclaimed & Trusted:** 4.7-star rating from 500+ reviews proves its value in academic and personal growth. - β€’ **Dive Deep into Deaf Culture:** Explore authentic perspectives from a Deaf author with 30+ years of experience. - β€’ **Engaging & Thought-Provoking:** Each chapter ends with a Deaf poet’s work to connect you emotionally and intellectually. ## Overview Introduction to American Deaf Culture by Thomas K. Holcomb offers a comprehensive, engaging, and visually rich exploration of Deaf art, history, language, and social dynamics. Perfect for ASL students and cultural enthusiasts alike, this 15-chapter book combines personal anecdotes, academic insight, and creative poetry to deepen your understanding of the Deaf community. With a 4.7-star rating from over 500 reviews, it’s a trusted resource that transforms learning into an immersive experience. ## Description Introduction to American Deaf Culture provides a fresh perspective on what it means to be Deaf in contemporary hearing society. The book offers an overview of Deaf art, literature, history, and humor, and touches on political, social and cul Review: A must-have - This should be on the bookshelf of everyone interested in sign language and deaf culture. Review: Hooray for Introduction to American Deaf Culture! - I am writing this review as a second year Communication Sciences and Disorders major with an emphasis in education and Deaf studies. I am currently enrolled in a class entitled Orientation to Deafness and this book, Introduction to American Deaf Culture written by Thomas K. Holcomb, is the primary text used for the class. It has been a refreshing addition to the many monotonous textbooks I have been collecting as it's 15 chapters are thoughtfully written and give an honest depiction of Deaf culture along with it's stereotypes, language, art, and literature to name a few. As a professor of Deaf culture classes for 30 years, Holcomb includes anecdotes from his personal life and experiences as a Deaf individual as well as the experiences of his students, children, and colleagues, providing an understandable and comprehensive guide to American Deaf Culture. This book is a great choice as a textbook to provide the basic knowledge you need to begin learning about Deaf culture. He uses pictures, charts, and graphs throughout the book in order to provide better understanding and my personal favorite aspect is the how he uses a poem written by a Deaf person to conclude each chapter. They are thought provoking and give the reader an opportunity to connect with the content in an alternative and interesting way. I use Introduction to American Deaf Culture weekly in order to answer a number of discussion questions. This book not only makes it much less painful to complete the assignments but it makes me truly want to learn more about Deaf culture and its community. I write this as a person who not only actually enjoys a required text but as a person who would recommend this book to anyone who might be taking, or considering taking, an ASL course. I would be willing to say it should be required for students in ASL courses to have an understanding of the community whose languge you are learning to use. I personally am taking Beginning ASL I, using the textbook Master ASL! by Jason Zinza, and Introduction to American Deaf Culture has helped me tremendously simply by providing background knowledge on the signs and language I am learning. Required or not it is an interesting read for anyone interested in Deaf culture, it is truly fascinating and all too often overlooked. I have already learned so much! Overall, I give this book 5 stars based on its interesting qualities and readability. I recommend it, as well as Deaf studies in general, to everyone! ## Features - Item Weight - 2 lbs. - Package Quantity: 1 - Excellent Quality. - Great Gift Idea. - Satisfaction Ensured. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #261,127 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #576 in Developmental Psychology #662 in Child Psychology #774 in Social Psychology & Interactions | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 502 Reviews | ## Images ![Introduction to American Deaf Culture - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BwM1gddTL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must-have *by C***E on 15 February 2019* This should be on the bookshelf of everyone interested in sign language and deaf culture. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hooray for Introduction to American Deaf Culture! *by R***P on 5 November 2013* I am writing this review as a second year Communication Sciences and Disorders major with an emphasis in education and Deaf studies. I am currently enrolled in a class entitled Orientation to Deafness and this book, Introduction to American Deaf Culture written by Thomas K. Holcomb, is the primary text used for the class. It has been a refreshing addition to the many monotonous textbooks I have been collecting as it's 15 chapters are thoughtfully written and give an honest depiction of Deaf culture along with it's stereotypes, language, art, and literature to name a few. As a professor of Deaf culture classes for 30 years, Holcomb includes anecdotes from his personal life and experiences as a Deaf individual as well as the experiences of his students, children, and colleagues, providing an understandable and comprehensive guide to American Deaf Culture. This book is a great choice as a textbook to provide the basic knowledge you need to begin learning about Deaf culture. He uses pictures, charts, and graphs throughout the book in order to provide better understanding and my personal favorite aspect is the how he uses a poem written by a Deaf person to conclude each chapter. They are thought provoking and give the reader an opportunity to connect with the content in an alternative and interesting way. I use Introduction to American Deaf Culture weekly in order to answer a number of discussion questions. This book not only makes it much less painful to complete the assignments but it makes me truly want to learn more about Deaf culture and its community. I write this as a person who not only actually enjoys a required text but as a person who would recommend this book to anyone who might be taking, or considering taking, an ASL course. I would be willing to say it should be required for students in ASL courses to have an understanding of the community whose languge you are learning to use. I personally am taking Beginning ASL I, using the textbook Master ASL! by Jason Zinza, and Introduction to American Deaf Culture has helped me tremendously simply by providing background knowledge on the signs and language I am learning. Required or not it is an interesting read for anyone interested in Deaf culture, it is truly fascinating and all too often overlooked. I have already learned so much! Overall, I give this book 5 stars based on its interesting qualities and readability. I recommend it, as well as Deaf studies in general, to everyone! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An amazing book on Deaf culture *by J***A on 25 June 2014* This book is filled with information on Deaf peoples and it is very usefull not only for academic work but also for professionals who work with the Deaf in all fields. It is writen in a very straightforward manner, one that promotes intercultural respect and deeply informs on several relevant aspects of the Deaf community's life. It is my favourite book for the moment! ## Frequently Bought Together - Introduction to American Deaf Culture (Professional Perspectives On Deafness: Evidence and Applications) - Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Units 7-12 - Signing Naturally: Student Workbook Units 1-6 (BOOK ONLY) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/347068602-introduction-to-american-deaf-culture](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/347068602-introduction-to-american-deaf-culture) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-09-15*