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A totally blind and partially deaf guy's global adventures.. '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, honest and exhilarating romp through one adrenaline-fuelled experience after another.
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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.
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Seeing the word Tony's way,
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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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Exhausting!,
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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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An incredible story,
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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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