Moon is a method of reading and writing by touch using raised shapes. It takes its name from its inventor, a blind English man called Dr William Moon. The simplistic style of Moon, based on the forms of the Roman alphabet, makes it much easier to learn than braille for those who have all ready learnt to read visually, or do not have a keen enough sense of touch for braille.

Articles about Dr. William Moon and his work:

Moon type - graphical

William Moon 1818-1894 - a look back at the life of William Moon

Moon, Matches and Microchips, by Judy Middleton - a history of being blind in Brighton

Moon Centenary Celebrations - an account of the events held on the centenary of William Moon's death, celebrating his work.

A Short History of Dr William Moon, by Andrew R. Cooper

Incidents which occured with Miss Graham and myself in the early years of our united efforts for the Blind, by William Moon - a transcript of an account of a small segment of Moon's life, written by himself.

A Brief Account of Dr William Moon

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