Blind Musician by Vladimir Korolenko is a captivating and inspiring story about a talented musician named Stepan who loses his sight in a tragic accident. Despite this devastating setback, Stepan perseveres and continues to pursue his passion for music, using his heightened sense of sound to create beautiful melodies.

The author does a fantastic job of portraying Stepan's struggles and triumphs in a way that is both realistic and heartwarming. The character development is excellent, and readers will find themselves rooting for Stepan as he overcomes obstacles and achieves success in the face of adversity.

The themes of determination, perseverance, and the power of music are woven throughout the story, making it a truly impactful and memorable read. Korolenko's writing is engaging and evocative, drawing readers into Stepan's world and allowing them to experience his journey alongside him.

Overall, Blind Musician is a touching and thought-provoking novel that will stay with readers long after they have finished reading. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the ability of music to transcend barriers. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a moving and inspirational story.

Book Description:
In this sketch, called by Korolenko “a psychological study,” the author has attempted to analyze the inner life of the blind. He has undertaken to lay before the reader not only the psychological processes in the mind of the blind, but their suffering from the lack of sight as well, uncomplicated by any untoward circumstances. To accomplish this he has placed his hero in most favorable, nay, almost exceptional conditions. The subjects for this study are a blind girl, whom the author had known as a child; a boy, a pupil of his, who was gradually losing his sight; and a professional musician, blind from his birth, intellectually gifted, scholarly, and refined.