William Ernest Henley was not blind, but he did lose a leg due to tuberculosis of the bone at a young age, which required amputation. He faced significant health challenges throughout his life, including battling various illnesses, but he continued to write and became a well-known poet and journalist. His most famous poem, "Invictus," reflects his resilience in the face of adversity.
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