Anecdotes of the Blind: With A Memoir of the Author (1835)

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Kessinger Publishing, 2009 - 56 pages
Anecdotes of the Blind: With a Memoir of the Author is a book written by Abram V. Courtney and published in 1835. The book is a collection of anecdotes about blind people, their experiences, and their abilities. The anecdotes are drawn from various sources, including personal interviews with blind individuals, books, and other publications.The author, Abram V. Courtney, was himself blind and had a keen interest in the experiences of other blind people. In addition to the anecdotes, the book also includes a memoir of the author, detailing his own experiences as a blind person.The anecdotes cover a wide range of topics, including the education of blind children, the employment of blind adults, and the social and cultural experiences of blind people. The book also includes stories of blind people who have achieved great success in various fields, such as music, literature, and science.Overall, Anecdotes of the Blind: With a Memoir of the Author provides a fascinating insight into the lives of blind people in the early 19th century, as well as the experiences of the author himself. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of blindness and disability.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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