Final answer:
The blind man is characterized by tapping the ground with his walking stick, wearing a huge cloak with a hood, and standing straight and walking with confidence.
Step-by-step explanation:
The blind man in the given options is characterized by tapping the ground with his walking stick, wearing a huge cloak with a hood, and standing straight and walking with confidence. Therefore, none of the above options correctly depict the blind man's characteristics.
The question appears to be asking which description does not characterize the blind man. However, the provided references do not directly pertain to a blind man character. Instead, the references describe various body positions (like prone and supine) and a narrative involving different characters observing and reacting to others. Given the context, the answer could be interpreted as 'none of the above' since there is no mention of a blind man tapping the ground with his walking stick, wearing a cloak, or standing straight and walking with confidence in the referenced texts provided. Instead, these references describe different scenarios, including a philosophical assertion regarding knowledge of the external world.