The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight
The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2023
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2023368
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
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Health•
Science & Nature2023
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight by Andrew Leland explores the author's personal journey as he navigates vision loss. Incorporating historical and cultural insights, the memoir delves into the experiences and challenges faced by individuals with blindness while examining broader themes of identity, perception, and adaptation.
Informative
Contemplative
Challenging
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight by Andrew Leland is lauded for its insightful exploration of vision loss, blending personal narrative with cultural critique. The author is praised for his humor and depth, though some find it occasionally meandering. Overall, it is a poignant reflection on adapting to profound change.
Who Should Read The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight?
Readers of The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight by Andrew Leland are likely drawn to memoirs exploring disability and self-discovery. Fans of Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law by Haben Girma and Touching the Rock: An Experience of Blindness by John M. Hull might also find this book compelling.
5,476 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
368
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
•
Health•
Science & Nature2023
Adult
18+ years
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