Myron Uhlberg est un auteur acclamé par la critique, dont l'œuvre aborde souvent des thèmes tels que la famille, l'identité et le dépassement des défis. Il est connu pour ses livres pour enfants et un récent mémoire explorant son éducation en tant que fils aîné entendant de parents sourds. L'écriture d'Uhlberg se caractérise par son empathie et sa profonde compréhension des diverses expériences de vie. Sa voix distinctive offre aux lecteurs des perspectives uniques sur la connexion et l'appartenance.
Myron Uhlberg was born the hearing son of two deaf parents at a time when American Sign Language was not well established and deaf people were often dismissed as being unintelligent. In this moving and eye-opening memoir, he recalls the daily difficulties and hidden joys of growing up as the intermediary between his parents' silent world and the world of the hearing.
Lemuel's aspirations set him apart from his fellow villagers, who are content with their simple lives focused on fishing. Instead of dreaming about the mundane, he yearns for adventure and exploration beyond the horizon, symbolizing a desire for freedom and discovery. This narrative hints at themes of ambition and the pursuit of one's dreams, suggesting a journey that transcends the ordinary life of the village.