Helen Keller? Anne Sullivan? Apocryphal? Question for Quote Investigator: Helen Keller was once asked about the price she would pay to gain the sense of sight. Her reported response was thoughtful and poignant: I would rather walk with a friend in the dark than walk alone in the light. What were the circumstances surrounding this …
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Quote Origin: The Best and Most Beautiful Things in the World Cannot Be Seen Nor Even Touched
Helen Keller? Anne Sullivan? John Macy? Margaret Davidson? Apocryphal? Question for Quote Investigator: The remarkable story of Helen Keller and her teacher Anne Sullivan has been told in books, television programs, and movies. Keller who was deaf and blind learned to communicate, obtained a college degree, and became a notable speaker and author. The following …