In "Journey into Personhood" Ruth Webb tells the story of an individual born with severe cerebral palsy who struggles to become a person in her own eyes as well as in the opinion of those around her. By developing both the inner ability to learn, live, and work independently and the outer ability to convince others to give her the freedom to do so--physically and emotionally--Webb earned a Ph.D. in counseling and guidance. With that validation of her intelligence and competence, she entered upon a fulfilling career working with mentally retarded people and other people with disabilities.
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...a deeply personal insight into the daily struggles of a remarkable woman. -- Dr. J. A. Wehr
...very human, traumatic experiences along life's pathway instructs and leads us to reconsider and reflect on our own journey. -- Dr. Wilga M. Rivers
Ruth Webb persevered in her journey...Meet her and you will stand taller before the storms of your own life. -- Dr. Joseph P. Bishop
Ruth Webb's account of her life journey both boggles the mind and stretches the soul. -- Rev. Michael D. Smith
Webb wants to be judged as an individual, based on facts and qualifications, not on fear, ignorance, prejudice, or stereotypes. -- Senator Tom Harkin
...very human, traumatic experiences along life's pathway instructs and leads us to reconsider and reflect on our own journey. -- Dr. Wilga M. Rivers
Ruth Webb persevered in her journey...Meet her and you will stand taller before the storms of your own life. -- Dr. Joseph P. Bishop
Ruth Webb's account of her life journey both boggles the mind and stretches the soul. -- Rev. Michael D. Smith
Webb wants to be judged as an individual, based on facts and qualifications, not on fear, ignorance, prejudice, or stereotypes. -- Senator Tom Harkin
About the Author
Ruth Webb received her Ph.D. from the University of Illinois in 1963 and a Phi Beta Kappa award from Drew University in 1986. In 1971, she was named Handicapped Iowan of the Year.
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