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Chapter 2: Hell Week begins with a unique scene on the first day of practice for the 2021 football season at the California School for the Deaf in Riverside. Galvin Drake, the assistant varsity football coach, arrived with music blasting from his 2005 Toyota Camry, though his experience of the rhythm was more felt than heard. This moment exemplified the challenges faced by the team as they began their preparation, particularly after the pandemic had left many athletes out of shape due to remote learning…-
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Chapter 5: Hearing with Your Eyes highlights the unique challenges and hidden advantages faced by deaf individuals in a predominantly hearing world. While many may focus on the limitations of deafness, this chapter underscores how these very challenges can be transformed into strengths. For example, deaf individuals are not distracted by the ambient noise that often overwhelms hearing people in places like crowded bars or stadiums. This ability to filter out surrounding noise proved particularly…
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Chapter 6: On a Roll begins with the scene of high school football teams sizing up their opponents during warm-ups. The Cubs, considered a small team, lacked the imposing physique of many of their competitors, especially due to pandemic-related restrictions on weight training. Despite their physical shortcomings, they compensated with incredible fearlessness and agility, qualities that did not go unnoticed by opposing coaches. Felix Gonzales, one of the standout players, gained attention for his…
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Chapter 4: A Taste of Victory takes readers through the highly anticipated opening game of the Cubs' football season, capturing the intensity of their preparation. After surviving a grueling Hell Week, the team is eager to test their skills on the field against Noli Indian, a smaller yet tough opponent from the Soboba Indian reservation. Dressed in their scarlet uniforms, the Cubs are filled with anticipation as they prepare to face off against a team that has been historically challenging. The senior…
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Chapter 9: Frowned Upon by the Gods explores the long-standing challenges and debates within the education system regarding the most effective way to communicate with deaf students. Central to this debate is the longstanding conflict between sign language and oral communication, with educators historically divided over which method best serves the needs of deaf learners. Linda Adams' realization that her son Keith craved language serves as a poignant reminder of the two centuries of neglect that the deaf…
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Chapter 8: The Sound of the Sun opens by contrasting the glitzy image of California—its beaches, Hollywood glamour, and booming tech hubs—with the more grounded reality of Stockton. Situated at the confluence of the San Joaquin River and various larger trade routes, Stockton represents a crossroads of both history and opportunity. In 1975, Linda and Roger Adams arrived in this city with hopes of providing a better life for their two young boys, Kirk and Keith. Having roots in Inglewood, where they…
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Chapter 1: The Boy from Troy details the early years of John Lewis, offering insight into his formative years in Pike County, Alabama. Born on February 21, 1940, John stood out in his family for his love of reading and his strong desire for knowledge, traits that set him apart from his siblings. His father, Eddie Lewis, often described him as a "peculiar boy," a label that reflected John's deep curiosity and dedication to learning. His family supported his interests, particularly his sister, Ethel Mae, and…-
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Chapter 2: Nashville focuses on the early life and formative experiences of John Lewis as he moves to Nashville in 1957 to attend the American Baptist Theological Seminary. At just seventeen years old, Lewis embarks on a new chapter away from his family, carrying with him a trunk gifted by his uncle. The seminary, established in 1924 to provide education for African Americans pursuing ministry, has a rich history. Despite being founded in response to the exclusion of Black Baptists from white institutions,…
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This dedication is offered in loving memory of Robert Greenberg (1934–2024), a man whose deep and unwavering commitment to the principles of equality and justice left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Throughout his life, Robert steadfastly believed in the idea that every person, regardless of their race, socioeconomic background, or personal circumstances, was entitled to dignity, respect, and the opportunity to succeed. His dedication to fairness was not just a…
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Chapter 3: The Sit-Ins explores the significant turning point in the Civil Rights Movement that unfolded through the sit-in protests in Nashville, beginning in early 1960. Prior to John Lewis’s return to Nashville in January, local ministers had attempted to challenge segregation at lunch counters but were consistently met with fierce resistance from the owners of department stores. Their efforts, although persistent, lacked the broader support and momentum needed to achieve meaningful change. However,…
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