Monster Essays - Biography: Anne Sullivan (1866-1936)
Biography: Anne Sullivan (1866-1936)
Anne Mansfield Sullivan's background was one of extreme poverty and misery.
When she was five years old she lost her sight, and was put into a
poorhouse when her family broke up. Eventually she attended the Perkins
School for the Blind in Boston. She was nicknamed "Spitfire" because she
behaved badly and was very rude; however the school's director realized
that she could become a talented pupil. Several years later, after two
operations, she regained her sight and graduated with honours.
Life with Helen
She came to work with Helen when she was 20 years old and a graduate of the
Perkins School for the Blind.
He....
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