Ep 13. Helen Keller

In the 13th episode of season 2 of Biographies - Icons of History, we delve into the life of Helen Keller. Helen was a remarkable woman who overcame tremendous adversity to become an author, political activist, and lecturer.

Before she was even two years old, Helen Keller became ill with a fever that left her deaf and blind. This was a devastating blow for both her and her family, as they struggled to communicate with Helen and help her navigate the world. Despite these challenges, Helen refused to give up and continued to learn and grow using her senses of touch and smell.

When Helen was seven years old, her family hired a tutor named Anne Sullivan to help her with her education. Anne was patient and dedicated, and taught Helen how to read and write using a manual alphabet that involved spelling out words on her palm. This breakthrough opened up a whole new world for Helen, and she went on to attend college and become a prolific writer and speaker.

Throughout her life, Helen was a staunch advocate for people with disabilities and a champion of social justice. She traveled extensively, giving lectures on a variety of topics including women's suffrage, pacifism, and civil rights. She even met with several US presidents and other world leaders to discuss these issues.

Despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles throughout her life, Helen Keller never lost her fierce determination and indomitable spirit. She remains a true inspiration to people around the world, and her legacy continues to inspire us to fight for a better, more just world.