A Sense of the World: How a Blind Man Became History's Greatest Traveler
New York: Harper, 2006. First Edition, First Printing. Fine Hardcover in a Fine Dust Jacket.
A Sense of the World is a spellbinding and moving rediscovery of one of history's most epic lives. Drawing on meticulous research, Jason Roberts ushers us into the Blind Traveler's uniquely vivid sensory realm, then sweeps us away on an extraordinary journey across the known world during the Age of Exploration.
Rich with suspense, humor, international intrigue, and unforgettable characters, this is a story to awaken our own senses of awe and wonder.
No Flaws or Blemishes; Gift Quality. 8vo, 9.25 inches tall; 382 pages with illustration. First Edition, First Printing.
An extraordinary account of James Holman, the blind Englishman who journeyed across every inhabited continent in the early nineteenth century. Combining biography, travel narrative, and historical adventure, the book explores Holman’s indomitable spirit, wit, and curiosity as he defied physical limits and social expectations. A remarkable portrait of resilience and discovery that redefines the possibilities of exploration.
Item #012528
ISBN: 0007161069
Price: $24.00
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