The Blind Man Game
A Memoir of Art, Activism and Adaptation
by Paul Boskind
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Pub Date Jan 28 2025 | Archive Date Not set
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Description
Dr. Paul Boskind, a successful psychologist and LGBTQ+ advocate, thought he had everything under control. Diagnosed with a blinding retinal disorder at twenty-one, he defied the odds, building a fulfilling life. But years earlier than expected, his vision began to fade.
The Blind Man Game is Paul’s poignant journey of self-discovery as he navigates the emotional turmoil of losing his sight and sense of self. With his future uncertain, Paul must draw on his expertise and inner strength to confront grief, fear, and a world no longer designed for him.
This inspiring memoir is not just about losing sight; it’s about finding resilience. As Paul adjusts to his new reality, he finds solace in his chosen family, the friends who become his lifeline. Through their love, Paul discovers new ways to experience the world, forging a path toward a future he never imagined, yet one that is equally fulfilling.
A testament to the power of both community and the strength we find within ourselves, The Blind Man Game reminds us that sight isn’t everything—and that even in the darkest moments, we can discover a new way forward.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9798891382077 |
| PRICE | $30.00 (USD) |
| PAGES | 248 |
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Featured Reviews
Isla J, Librarian
‘A Blind Mans Game’ follows the extraordinary life of Paul Boskind an extraordinary entrepreneur, activist and political campaigner. The non-linear storytelling of this memoir depicts how Paul became fascinated and achieved many great things throughout his life. From being an award-winning newspaper boy to a producer on Tony award winning shows to a psychologist, Paul is clearly a man who has lived a fascinating and accomplished life. His story is one truly worth reading.
However, the writing at times is very weak, the conversational tone can make or break it for a reader. Personally, I like memoirs to be slightly more formal, the overwhelming use of exclamation marks were at times frustrating. But this is all personal taste.
I would recommend this book to someone who enjoys autobiographical non-fiction or adventure fiction as his life contained a lot of adventure.
Reviewer 1551650
I really enjoyed this book about the life of Paul Boskind
This kind of book is not really my type of book but i did enjoyed it all the memorys and also the disease tha took is vision away
As a person that work in the area i really thought that all part of the disease were really well described
And i do really like that Paul makes us understand that blindness is not just seeing black but its a use range of imparing in our daily life when our vision is reduced
Thank you to #netgalley for this ARC of #blindmangame
Educator 618270
This book was fascinating. Part of me wishes that more of the memoir was adapting to his loss of vision but I think that’s the point of the book. Well written.
Kimberly P, Reviewer
‘A Blind Man's Game’ tells the life story of Paul Boskind, a successful entrepreneur, activist, and political campaigner. The book jumps around in time, showing how Paul achieved so much, from being an award-winning newspaper boy to producing Tony award-winning shows and working as a psychologist. While the casual writing style and lots of exclamation marks might not be for everyone, the book is still an inspiring read.
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