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A Blind Mans Offering (1847)

Benjamin B. Bowen

A Blind Man's Offering is a book written by Benjamin B. Bowen and published in 1847. The book is a collection of poems that reflect the author's experiences and emotions as a blind man. Bowen lost his sight at the age of 18 due to an accident, and his poems reflect his struggles and triumphs as he navigated life without sight.The poems in A Blind Man's Offering cover a range of topics, from nature and religion to love and loss. Many of the poems are deeply personal and reflect Bowen's own experiences, while others are more universal in their themes and appeal.The book is considered an important work in the history of American literature, as it is one of the earliest examples of poetry written by a blind person. Bowen's use of language and imagery is particularly noteworthy, as he was able to convey complex emotions and ideas despite his lack of sight.Overall, A Blind Man's Offering is a powerful and moving collection of poems that offers a unique perspective on life, love, and loss. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of poetry to convey the deepest emotions and experiences.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.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publish Date: Jun 29th, 2008
  • Pages: 440
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.89in - 1.29lb
  • EAN: 9781436717892
  • Categories: HistoricalChristianity - GeneralAmerican - General