(Louis) Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, The
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified May 24, 2026 · classified May 14, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 14, 2026
This is a braille edition of Rebecca Skloot's nonfiction book 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks,' produced by the American Printing House for the Blind (APH). At 28 pounds, it spans multiple braille volumes — typical for a full-length book transcribed into Grade 2 braille. It's intended for blind or DeafBlind readers who use tactile reading as their primary or preferred literacy format, whether for pleasure reading, school, or book club use. This is a complete, ready-to-read physical product — no devices, software, or setup required. The weight and multi-volume format means storage and transport take some planning, and braille literacy is required to use it.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Open the braille volumes and begin reading — no setup, devices, or configuration needed.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from American Printing House for the Blind — view on vendor site; last verified May 24, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on May 14, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.