James Castle

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The book explores the life and art of James Castle, a deaf artist from Idaho whose unique sensory experiences shaped his extraordinary creations. Growing up in a homesteading family, Castle developed a remarkable visual memory, translating his surroundings into soot and saliva drawings. His exposure to early 20th-century print culture and his time at a school for the deaf influenced his innovative use of letters and words in art. Author John Beardsley presents Castle's work through various environments, offering insights into his imaginative world and including a definitive biography of the artist.