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About the Book The Story of My Life
Helen Keller was born in Tuscumbia, Alabama, in 1880. Her early life was typical of children her age, filled with exploration and discovery. But everything changed when an illness, likely scarlet fever or meningitis, left her deaf and blind at just 19 months old. This double blow was devastating, plunging Helen into a world of darkness and silence.
Her parents, Captain Arthur Keller and Kate Adams Keller, were determined to find help for their daughter. Their relentless search led them to Alexander Graham Bell, who suggested they contact the Perkins Institute for the Blind. This was the first step in Helen’s extraordinary transformation.
The arrival of Anne Sullivan marked a turning point in Helen's life. Anne herself had overcome significant challenges, having been blind for most of her childhood. She arrived at the Keller home in March 1887, and her teaching methods were revolutionary for the time.
Anne began by spelling words into Helen's hand. At first, Helen didn't grasp the connection between the signs and their meanings. The breakthrough came with the word "water." When Anne spelled it into one of Helen's hands while running water over the other, Helen finally understood that everything had a name. This epiphany opened up a whole new world for her.
The acquisition of language was a monumental achievement for Helen. With Anne's guidance, she quickly learned to read and write using Braille. Anne introduced her to various subjects, including arithmetic, geography, and history. Helen's thirst for knowledge was insatiable, and she soon surpassed the expectations of everyone around her.
By learning to speak, Helen achieved another significant milestone. Although her speech was never perfect, it allowed her to communicate more directly with those around her. This development further boosted her confidence and expanded her social interactions.
Helen's academic achievements were nothing short of extraordinary. She attended schools for the blind and deaf, where she excelled in her studies. Her dream was to attend college, a goal that seemed unattainable for someone with her disabilities.
With Anne Sullivan by her side, Helen was admitted to Radcliffe College in 1900. She faced numerous challenges, including the lack of accessible materials and the physical demands of attending lectures. Despite these hurdles, Helen graduated cum laude in 1904, becoming the first deaf-blind person to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree.
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