“Unlocking Perception: Discover the Hidden Depths of Sight in Naomi Cohn’s Intriguing Braille Encyclopedia”
In an age where communication is often filtered through screens and scrolling feeds, one might pause to ponder: what happens to our voice when the very act of expression transforms into a tactile experience? In The Braille Encyclopedia: Brief Essays on Altered Sight, Naomi Cohn navigates a resonant journey through her own vision deterioration, hand-in-hand with the enchanting spirit of Louis Braille, the man whose imaginative adaptions have altered the landscape of communication for the visually impaired. This isn’t just a memoir filled with personal anecdotes; it’s an encyclopedic medley of reflections that blend etymology, history, and lived experiences, unlocking the essence of her voice in ways that evoke both connection and contemplation.
Cohn’s essays not only invite us to confront the silence behind braille but also challenge us to embrace the beauty of duality—in language, in life, and within ourselves. What if our bravest voices, those unfiltered expressions found in quiet moments, held the power to transcend what we see? Join Sara Pisak as she delves into Cohn’s profound exploration that ultimately establishes braille as both a writing tool and a metaphor for personal empowerment. Intrigued? Click here to LEARN MORE.
Review by Sara Pisak
The Braille Encyclopedia: Brief Essays on Altered Sight by Naomi Cohn functions as an encyclopedic guided tour through Cohn’s diagnosis and worsening eyesight. Accompanying her on this tour is an unlikely companion, the inventor of braille, Louis Braille.
