A Blind Lead: The Story Of A Mine is a historical novel written by Josephine White Bates, first published in 1888. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around a mining community in the American West. The protagonist, Tom, is a young miner who has been blinded in a mining accident. Despite his disability, he is determined to continue working in the mine and support his family.The novel explores the harsh realities of life in a mining town, including dangerous working conditions, poverty, and social inequality. Tom's blindness also adds another layer of difficulty to his life, as he struggles to navigate his surroundings and earn a living.As the story progresses, Tom becomes involved in a dispute between the mine owners and the workers, who are fighting for better wages and working conditions. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including fellow miners, union organizers, and even a love interest.A Blind Lead: The Story Of A Mine is a powerful and poignant portrayal of life in the American West during a tumultuous period of history. It offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people, and highlights the resilience and determination of the human spirit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.