Plots, Protagonists, Subjects and Themes
Plot
Subjects and themes
Protagonists
Themes in Life& Deaf
Rags to Riches
Voyage and Return
Man against Monster
audience usually identify strongly with deaf protagonist
Not all protagonists are explicitly marked as deaf
events that unfold usually relate to protagonist
Social prejudice and ignorance
Sensory worlds.
Communication, language, and values
express deep frustration to hearing people's attitudes
young poets express ambivalence about deafness or 'imbetweenness'
Often reflect negative attitudes to their experiences
The quest
Rebirth or redemption
Comedy
Tragedy