The Blind Shepherd is a novel by Violet Jacob set in the Scottish Highlands in the early 1900s. It tells the story of Angus, a young shepherd who is blind from birth. Despite his disability, Angus is determined to make a life for himself and his family. He learns to use his other senses to navigate the world around him, and he develops a deep connection with the land and the animals he tends. When Angus meets a young woman named Mary, he falls in love and they marry. But their happiness is threatened when Mary's father, a wealthy landowner, discovers their relationship and forbids them from seeing each other. Angus must find a way to prove his worth and win Mary's father's approval, or risk losing the woman he loves. The Blind Shepherd is a story of courage, resilience, and the power of love. It is a timeless tale of overcoming adversity and finding one's place in the world.
By Violet Jacob · First published 1915 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Drama, Romance