TY  - BOOK
AU  - Korolenko,Vladimir Galaktionovich
AU  - Kennan,George
AU  - Garrett,Edmund H.
AU  - Delano,Aline
TI  - The Blind Musician
AV  - PG 
PY  - 2019///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Musical fiction
KW  - Russia -- Fiction
KW  - Blind musicians -- Fiction
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N2  - "The Blind Musician" by Vladimir Galaktionovich Korolenko is a psychological study and fiction work written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around a blind boy named Petrùsya and his experiences as he grows up in a wealthy family, exploring themes of suffering, perception, and the emotional landscape of individuals who are visually impaired. The presence of Uncle Maxim, a wounded soldier, plays a significant role in shaping the boy’s development and the dynamics within the family.  The opening portion of the story introduces Petrùsya's birth and his gradual realization of his blindness through the poignant reactions of his mother and caregivers. As his mother grapples with her child’s condition, Uncle Maxim reflects on the implications of blindness, considering the boy's potential for happiness and fulfillment despite his limitations. The narrative emphasizes the boy's sensitive nature, particularly his extraordinary abilities to navigate the world through sound and touch, setting the stage for his eventual exploration of music as a medium of expression and connection. This intricate interplay of personal and social dynamics promises a moving exploration of life and art as seen through the eyes of the blind musician. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59497
ER  -