"Seeing Voices" by Oliver Sacks explores the intricate relationship between vision and language, particularly how deaf individuals perceive the world around them. Sacks delves into the unique experiences of those who communicate through sign language, emphasizing how their sensory perceptions shape their understanding and expression of reality. He argues that vision plays a crucial role in language development, especially for the deaf community.
Throughout the book, Sacks discusses the neurological implications of deafness and the importance of sign language as a rich and complex linguistic system. He highlights the cognitive adjustments that deaf individuals make, offering insights into how they navigate a predominantly hearing world. Sacks presents real-life stories that illustrate the beauty and complexity of deaf culture.