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Outrunning the Night: A life journey of disability, determination and joy Paperback – 18 October 2016

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The life of Dr Scott Hollier is not what you’d call typical. He is well-educated, has a good job, is a husband and father, is legally blind, loves computers and gadgets, goes to church, and enjoys travel, spending time with friends and following his favourite football team. For most people, the atypical part of this description will be ‘legally blind’, but from Scott’s perspective, it’s his traitorous support of a football team outside his home state of Western Australia that makes him stand out from the crowd. For people with disabilities, everything listed above should be typical, yet the pursuit of education, embracing the benefits of technology, and finding a good job and a partner in life can be challenging for many. While Scott can relate to that due to the degenerative eye condition that has nearly extinguished his sight, his story is not about what society should do to help him, but rather what a person with a disability can do to give back to a joyous, generous world. Outrunning the Night is a memoir with a purpose. Its aim is to provide support to disadvantaged people – and the people supporting them. It’s not about anyone reaching the pinnacle of sporting achievement or possessing a brilliant mind. Instead, it’s a celebration of life and its possibilities. It shows that making it in this world is not about climbing Everest, but overcoming the little things to succeed in everyday life.Website: www.outrunningthenight.com

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137 pages
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18 October 2016
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13.97 x 0.79 x 21.59 cm
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1539471063
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978-1539471066
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The professional achievements of Dr Scott Hollier relate to his work as as specialist advisor in the field of digital accessibility and is the author of the book 'Outrunning the Night: a life journey of disability, determination and joy'. With a Ph.D. in Internet Studies and project management experience across the not-for-profit, corporate and government sectors, Scott is an internationally-recognised researcher and speaker. While his commitment to supporting the needs of people with disabilities is well recognised, it's his other pursuits that often highlight his ability to overcome the little things to achieve the everyday things as a legally blind person - be it retro gaming, giving back to the community, running with the Olympic Torch or travelling to all seven continents. Scott's combination of determination, the pursuit of education and the power of current and emerging technologies puts him in a unique position to provide guidance on how a person with a disability can not only enjoy life but give back to a joyous, generous world.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (18 October 2016)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 137 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1539471063
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1539471066
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.97 x 0.79 x 21.59 cm

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Thoughtful and uplifting

Reviewed in Australia on 10 January 2018

A great memoir by a man living with a disability. He's not a famous paralympian or artist, but has a successful life with a wife and family, working and studying. It's inspiring not because of his vision impairment but because of his honesty and his effort to give back to the communities which have helped him along the way.

Recommended for anyone with a disability or family or friends of those with disabilities. It's good to hear from someone who knows about the ups and downs, and has thoughtfully considered how it affects the possibilities of life.

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A Celebration of Life

Reviewed in Australia on 22 November 2016

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With the support of family and friends, Scott Hollier not only embraces all that life has to offer, but makes sure to give back too. Outrunning the Night encourages people with disability to be true to ourselves and to make our own way. It's a positive, easy read that only seeks to share one person's story (mishaps and disappointments included) in the hope that others might take something away. A good read for parents and friends too - a real celebration of what people can achieve together.

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Brad Williamson

A truly inspirational read.

Reviewed in the United States on 21 November 2016

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As the blurb said, the life of Dr Scott Hollier is not what you'd call typical. It is not typical, it is inspirational. Thank you Scott for sharing your life story so far. I encourage everyone, disability or not, to read this and understand that no matter what challenges you have in life, it can be celebrated and the possibilities are endless.

Andy Dent

We are all outrunning the ultimate night

Reviewed in the United States on 8 July 2017

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Scott shows one important ability , a sense of humour, is vital. The last chapter alone is worth the price of the book to give you some perspective on the minor loss of abilities in your own life

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