The Deaf Shoemaker (1859)

By Philip Barrett

Book Overview

The Deaf Shoemaker is a novel written by Philip Barret and published in 1859. The story revolves around the life of a deaf shoemaker named John Bedford, who lives in a small village in England. Despite his disability, John is a skilled craftsman and is respected by his fellow villagers for his work.However, John's life takes a dramatic turn when he falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who is the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Mary's father disapproves of their relationship, and John is forced to confront the challenges of being deaf in a society that does not fully understand or accept his disability.As John struggles to navigate his relationship with Mary, he also faces other obstacles, including financial difficulties and the threat of losing his home and workshop. Through it all, John remains determined to prove himself and overcome the obstacles in his path.The Deaf Shoemaker is a poignant and inspiring story that explores themes of love, perseverance, and the power of the human spirit. It offers a unique perspective on the experiences of individuals with disabilities and the challenges they face in a society that often fails to fully embrace their potential.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120742102
• ISBN13: 9781120742100
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"