The Life Of John Metcalf, Commonly Called Blind Jack Of Knaresborough

By John Metcalf

Book Overview

The Life Of John Metcalf, Commonly Called Blind Jack Of Knaresborough is a biography of a remarkable man named John Metcalf. Born in 1717 in Knaresborough, England, John Metcalf lost his sight due to smallpox at the age of six. Despite his disability, he became a successful businessman, accomplished musician, and renowned road builder. The book tells the story of Metcalf's life, from his childhood and early struggles to his many accomplishments. It describes how he learned to navigate the world without sight, using his other senses and his remarkable memory. It also details his various careers, including his work as a musician and his success in the wool trade. However, the most fascinating aspect of Metcalf's life was his work as a road builder. He was responsible for building many of the roads in the north of England, including some of the most challenging and dangerous routes. He accomplished this using his incredible sense of touch and his ability to visualize the terrain in his mind. The book also explores Metcalf's personal life, including his marriages and his relationships with his children. It paints a vivid picture of life in 18th century England, including the challenges faced by those with disabilities and the opportunities available to those who were determined and skilled. Overall, The Life Of John Metcalf, Commonly Called Blind Jack Of Knaresborough is a fascinating and inspiring biography of a man who overcame incredible odds to achieve great things.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: 1430459964
• ISBN13: 9781430459965
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"