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Seeing the World My Way [Kindle Edition]

Tony Giles (Author)
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'Seeing the World My Way' follows Tony Giles’ journey of hedonism and thrill-seeking adventure as he travels across North America, Asia and Australasia. Full of drama, danger and discovery, this fascinating travel biography is a young blind man’s view of the world as he sets out to achieve his dream, dealing with disability whilst living life to the limit.

From bungee jumping in New Zealand to booze filled nights out in New Orleans, 'Seeing the World My Way' is a no-holds-barred account that is certainly not for the faint hearted. Travel the world in a whole new way with Tony Giles’ frank and honest, exhilarating romp through one adrenaline-fuelled experience after another.

About the Author

Tony Giles was born in Weston-super-Mare on the west coast of England in 1978. Diagnosed at a young age with Cone Dystrophy, a rare eye condition, and Photophobia, an extreme sensitivity to light, he maintained some vision until the age of eighteen when he lost all sight except for his ability to recognise bright sunlight. At the age of six, he developed nerve sensory hearing loss that has progressively worsened over time. Despite this, Tony gained a Bachelors of Arts Degree in American Studies from Northampton University in 2001 and a Masters Degree in Transatlantic Studies from Birmingham University in 2003. He has travelled from a young age and continues to enjoy experiencing new parts of the world, his most recent journeys including trips to the USA, Sri Lanka and Iceland. Seeing The World My Way is Tony Giles' first book. He is currently working on its sequel. When he's not travelling, he lives in Teignmouth, Devon. Tony says, "If you want it, and have a heart for it, anything can be achieved. I desired it so badly that I travelled around the world solo twice. And if I can do it, so can you".

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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 478 KB
  • Print Length: 227 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1906236380
  • Publisher: SilverWood Originals (3 July 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B005A7VSBS
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Not Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #204,146 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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4.4 out of 5 stars
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Seeing the word Tony's way 7 Oct 2011
By S Fenton
Format:Paperback
As a fellow traveller I understand the difficulties and challenges faced by the stranger in a strange land. To do this without sight is almost unimaginable to me and so I found Tony's account a deeply interesting as well as inspirational book. Tony's attitude is infectious. Life ain't a dress rehearsal; you may not want to travel the world, but this book will certainly inspire you to turn your own personal "should" into a "MUST".
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5.0 out of 5 stars Exhausting! 6 Oct 2011
By CJ
Format:Paperback
Where does Tony get all his energy from! I'm reading his book right now for the second time, as I really couldn't believe just how much he managed to get up to! For someone who is blind and deaf he has done some amazing things while travelling alone in countries very strange to him, and has survived all kinds of encounters. This is a brilliant read and a must-read for any gap year travellers. Well done Tony - keep travelling - looking forward to the next book!
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5.0 out of 5 stars An incredible story 7 Mar 2011
By Helen VINE™ VOICE
Format:Paperback
I read this book with a sense of amazement that a young man who was totally blind and severely deaf could do all the things that Tony's done. He backpacks around the world on a shoestring budget, often choosing overnight bus journeys to save on hostel fees. He's made it around the world several times, and has visited every continent (including Antarctica, which you can see on his 'tony the traveller' website!).

I have my sight and hearing, yet I wouldn't dream of throwing myself at such adrenaline-fuelled adventures with the gusto that Tony has. He bunjee jumps and white water rafts without a second thought. His 'can-do' attitude is brilliant, and reading this book makes you wonder why you're sitting at home not travelling and seeing the world. All the way through, I thought - if he can do it, so can anyone!

Bravo, Tony Giles. Keep up the amazing travels!
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4.0 out of 5 stars A perspective on sightless travelling 4 Oct 2011
By Ofsted
Format:Paperback
I read this book for the first time a while ago and recently returned to it. It is indeed an inspirational account of a blind traveller visiting the far flung corners of the world and travelling alone and unaided - except by those who out of nowhere help him on his way.

The book is full of the rawness of youth - and indeed there are times when you wonder whether Tony really was wise to tackle the challenges he did. He travels on trust - an implicit trust that those he meets on his journey will help him and not exploit him. That he succeeds is evidence that that kind of world view can work even in today's self centred cultures.

I could have wished that he had made more of the ways in which he "sees" his environment - how he uses the senses that do work when sight is gone and hearing is very limited. As a sighted person I found these perspectives most illuminating - and the stories of Tony's early adventures challenging in all sorts of ways.

Every traveller should read this book so that they may see more clearly the places and peoples they visit.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Thrilling adventure 18 Mar 2011
By Sarah
Format:Paperback
Travel books aren't my first choice, but I was instantly drawn to this one when I learned the author was blind, severely deaf and that he had backpacked solo on numerous occasions. I have travelled a little bit and couldn't believe that someone with Tony's disabilities would be able to do such a thing. But he did, and it's a fantastic story. He has great fun, meets all sorts of people and has some amazing and crazy experiences. It made me want to pack my bag as soon as I read the first few pages. He's brutally honest and the trust he finds in other people was awesome and inspiring.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!! His honesty is heartwarming. 18 Mar 2011
By fan
Format:Paperback
What a fascinating story. Written from the heart with no fear of being criticized for his behavior. As the book progresses Tony matures, deals with his emotional problems and shows how he really enjoys his life - despite his disabilities and his newly diagnosed life threatening kidney failure. What an amazing guy! A very humbling true life story. Well done Tony Giles!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A FANTASTIC BOOK AND A MUST READ! 24 Feb 2013
By Lynn Worton
Format:Kindle Edition
I received a copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.

I'm not a huge fan of biographies, so when I was approached to review this one, I was somewhat reluctant. However, I thought to myself, "Why not try something different, and keep an open mind." So that's what I did, and I am very happy to report that I absolutely loved this story!

Usually, I find biographies extremely boring. However, I found myself completely transfixed by this amazing person and his exploits. I even forgot that Tony Giles has a hearing and sight disability. To travel the world on your own takes guts, and I'm ashamed to say I don't have any. However, Tony Giles seems to have a thirst for adventure, and is willing to take a chance to experience life to the fullest. His descriptions of places and events are extremely vivid, and I could easily see him as he travelled through America, Australia, New Zealand and Thailand. I could tell that he loves history, and has a keen interest in warfare. This comes through his various visits to war museums and his descriptions of various war machines during his travels. He also is a bit of an adrenalin junkie. He made me feel exhausted with all the activities he had planned, and participated in! His descriptions of the countries, and places within them, made me want to go visit them.

Tony Giles has written an amazing account of his travels. I have nothing but the utmost respect for him. I wish him all the best for any future travels he has planned, and hope he gets to visit some of the places he still wants to go to.

I highly recommend this book to everyone, even if you don't like biographies, because this is one person who has inspired me to try something different.... Read more ›
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