If I Had Three Days of Light -- Autobiography of Helen Keller

Author: (USA) Keller Yuan Minqin Song
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
Features: The two great figures of the 19th century were Napoleon and Helen Keller. — Mark Twain. The beauty of the human spirit, once recognized, will never be forgotten. Helen Keller’s life and the joy of her life taught us, who face fewer challenges to overcome, an unforgettable lesson. We hope this book will reach more readers and spread her spirit ever wider. — Roosevelt
This book includes four works, in addition to The Story of My Life, there are also Helen Keller’s other three works: From Darkness to Light, The Story of Anne Sullivan, My Teacher, and the famous essay Three Days to See. It comprehensively introduces the life of Helen Keller, allowing readers to appreciate her outstanding literary talent. The renowned writer Mark Twain once said, “The 19th century had two great figures: Napoleon and Helen Keller.” Helen overcame unimaginable physical obstacles to attend Radcliffe College at Harvard University, becoming the first blind, deaf, and mute person to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree. Through her own efforts, she dedicated her life to the cause of disability rights, established many charitable organizations, and was awarded the highest honor for American citizens—the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Her legendary journey of battling illness and ultimately succeeding, along with her unwavering, determined spirit, has inspired generations of young people. Helen not only demonstrated through her actions the courage of humanity to overcome illness but also shared her experiences, offering invaluable inspiration and lessons to the world. The Story of My Life was her first work, completed in 1902 with the help of her teacher, Anne Sullivan. The resilience and perseverance shown in the book moved every reader. Upon its publication, it created a huge sensation and was hailed as a “miracle in literary history.” It was translated and published in many countries, guiding countless readers on their path to success.