The Story Of My Life

‘Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.’

Struck by illness when she was 19 months old, Helen Keller was left both deaf and blind, trapped in a world of silence and darkness. Her life changed forever when Anne Sullivan, a determined young teacher, arrived at her home and introduced her to language in a moment of breathtaking revelation.

One day, as water poured over Helen’s hands, Anne repeatedly spelt W-A-T-E-R into her palm. Suddenly, Helen understood that words carried meaning, unlocking a door to the world she had been unable to access. From that moment on, her hunger for knowledge was insatiable. She went on to master communication, attend Radcliffe College, and become a renowned author, speaker, and advocate for the specially abled.

First published in 1903, The Story of My Life is not just an autobiography but an enduring testament to the transformative power of education and perseverance. Helen’s journey from isolation to inspiration continues to move and empower readers.