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The Story of My Life

by Helen Keller

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The Story of My Life

Helen Keller initially feels no remorse for breaking her doll because, in her "still, dark world," the toy holds no emotional significance. Her perspective changes when she learns the word "water,"...

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Before age seven, Helen Keller realized her difference from others due to her inability to use verbal communication, unlike those around her. After an illness left her blind and deaf, she used hand...

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The towel doll incident reveals Helen Keller's intelligence, creativity, and desire for effective communication. When Helen is disturbed by her doll's lack of eyes, she takes initiative by pulling...

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