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Description
The Story of My Life and Optimism is an autobiography written by Helen Keller, an American author, political activist, and lecturer who was both deaf and blind. The book chronicles her life from childhood to adulthood, detailing her struggles and triumphs in overcoming her disabilities and becoming an accomplished writer and public speaker.Keller was born in Alabama in 1880 and lost her sight and hearing at the age of 19 months due to an illness. Despite her disabilities, she was determined to learn and communicate with the world around her. With the help of her teacher, Anne Sullivan, Keller learned to read, write, and speak, and went on to attend college and become a well-known advocate for people with disabilities.In The Story of My Life and Optimism, Keller shares her experiences and reflections on her life, including her early years with Sullivan, her education, and her travels around the world. She also discusses her political activism, including her support for women's suffrage and her opposition to war.Throughout the book, Keller emphasizes the importance of optimism and perseverance in overcoming obstacles. She writes, ""Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.""The Story of My Life and Optimism is a powerful testament to the human spirit and a reminder that with determination and hard work, anything is possible. It continues to inspire readers today and is considered a classic of American literature.The Story of My Life and Optimism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- Auteur(s) :
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Contenu
- Nombre de pages :
- 558
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781162809809
- Date de parution :
- 10-09-10
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 210 mm x 279 mm
- Poids :
- 1238 g
