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Originally Posted by astrangerhere
Abelist, much? Why are you trying so hard to police how people with disabilities consume content that they literally cannot every consume by your definition of reading? None of us sighted folks have any business telling those with limited or no sight whether or not they are "reading" a book just because they do it differently than we do.
Also, I don't know why you feel that "touch" as reading qualifies it to be reading more than hearing.
Audiobooks are cheaper to buy than braille books, easier to store, and easier to find. This also ignores those who lose their sight later in life and are too infirm or otherwise incapable of learning how to read braille.
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My mother has macular degeneration and loves to read. She now reads audiobooks through National Library Service in conjunction with the State of Georgia. All states have this service for those who are legally blind. They provide free audiobooks and a player. The books come in the mail, and they send enough to keep her reading until the next batch arrives. They also provide free mailers to return the books once you have finished them. They will also provide Braille books for free too. If you know anyone who is legally blind and likes to read help them sign up for this wonderful service.
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