The Story of My Life, Helen Keller

The Story of My Life

Helen Keller

Level
B2
Words
98,597
Chapters
31
First published
1903
Reading time
about 11 hours
Translation
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The autobiography of Helen Keller, who became deaf and blind at nineteen months old. It chronicles her early life, her relationship with her teacher Anne Sullivan, and her education. Written in clear, straightforward prose, it is an inspiring story that offers learners accessible language and a compelling narrative.

Learn English with The Story of My Life

  • Suits learners around level B2: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
  • 8,374 distinct words, each one a tap away from your personal vocabulary list.
  • Read in English, glance at the translation under any sentence you are unsure of, and listen to natural read-aloud voices to train your ear.

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  1. Open the book: no installation, it reads in the browser on any device.
  2. Read a sentence in English. Its translation sits right under it, so you never lose the thread.
  3. Tap a word for its meaning and save it; listen to the chapter read aloud.

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Questions about this book

Can I read The Story of My Life in English for free?

Yes. The first chapters of The Story of My Life open without an account, with the translation, audio and dictionary included. A free account unlocks the rest of the book.

How much English do I need?

The text is estimated at level B2. Because every sentence has its translation underneath, lower levels can follow along too.

Is there audio?

Yes. Each chapter can be read aloud by a natural-sounding voice while the current sentence is highlighted.