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portada The life of John Metcalf, commonly called Blind Jack of Knaresborough with ... anecdotes of his exploits in hunting, card-playing, &c., some particula
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Physical Book
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Author
Language
English
Pages
60
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
22.9x15.2x0.4 cm
ISBN13
9789373057897

The life of John Metcalf, commonly called Blind Jack of Knaresborough with ... anecdotes of his exploits in hunting, card-playing, &c., some particula

Metcalf, John (Author) · Alpha Edition · Paperback

The life of John Metcalf, commonly called Blind Jack of Knaresborough with ... anecdotes of his exploits in hunting, card-playing, &c., some particula - Metcalf, John

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Synopsis "The life of John Metcalf, commonly called Blind Jack of Knaresborough with ... anecdotes of his exploits in hunting, card-playing, &c., some particula"

A man strides across the wilds of Yorkshire, cane tapping, eyes unseeing-yet the roads and bridges he leaves behind shape the destiny of a nation. In an age when blindness was seen as a barrier, one extraordinary individual redefined possibility, transforming the very landscape of 18th century England through sheer ingenuity and unyielding spirit. From the tumult of the Jacobite Rebellion in 1745 to the lively tales of hunting and card-playing that echo through rural inns, this remarkable narrative brings to life a figure whose legend endures in every stone set along the Yorkshire turnpike roads and every bridge spanning the rivers of Derbyshire and Cheshire. Delving into the world of early English civil engineering history, the text reveals the astonishing career of a blind civil engineer whose contracts for road construction in Lancashire and beyond defied expectation and prejudice alike. Readers will be captivated by the vivid anecdotes of his exploits-at once daring, witty, and deeply human-while gaining insight into the evolution of infrastructure that powered the Industrial Revolution. The story is not simply a chronicle of engineering feats; it is a testament to resilience, resourcefulness, and the overlooked contributions of those living with disability in a rigidly stratified society. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations, preserving the authentic voice and atmosphere of a vanished era. More than a mere reprint, this edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting both casual readers and classic-collection enthusiasts to rediscover a forgotten chapter of British history. For anyone fascinated by historical biographies of blind individuals, or the untold stories behind England's roads and bridges, this volume stands as an enduring monument to courage, ingenuity, and the relentless pursuit of purpose against all odds.

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