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A review by wrentheblurry
Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller by Joseph Lambert
4.0
Using mostly small panes, Lambert tells the story of Annie Sullivan and her deaf and blind student, Helen Keller. Beyond the initial story (the 'water' breakthrough, which I learned in elementary school), Lambert spends some time discussing Helen's potential plagiarism. All of that was new to me, and I wished that THIS was the text I had as a youngster, when I first heard about Helen Keller.
I learned a lot about Annie, and bonded with her in a way I didn't when watching that really old movie about Helen. Plenty of background is given, and both Annie and Helen's strong personalities shine.
The back matter provides a panel discussion, boasting even more background information. A bibliography & suggested reading guide is also given.
My 12 year old son liked it, would give it 3.5 stars. He says that it's nice, but it's just not his preferred subject matter.
I learned a lot about Annie, and bonded with her in a way I didn't when watching that really old movie about Helen. Plenty of background is given, and both Annie and Helen's strong personalities shine.
The back matter provides a panel discussion, boasting even more background information. A bibliography & suggested reading guide is also given.
My 12 year old son liked it, would give it 3.5 stars. He says that it's nice, but it's just not his preferred subject matter.