Disability: The Basics is an engaging and accessible introduction to disability which explores the broad historical, social, environmental, economic and legal factors which affect the experiences of those living with an impairment or illness in contemporary society. The book explores key introductory topics including:

• The diversity of the disability experience;
• Disability rights and advocacy;
• Ways in which disabled people have been treated throughout history and in different parts of the world;
• The...

Disability: The Basics is an engaging and accessible introduction to disability which explores the broad historical, social, environmental, economic and legal factors which affect the experiences of those living with an impairment or illness in contemporary society. The book explores key introductory topics including:

• The diversity of the disability experience;
• Disability rights and advocacy;
• Ways in which disabled people have been treated throughout history and in different parts of the world;
• The...