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Blind Rage: Letters to Helen Keller,New
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As a young blind girl, Georgina Kleege repeatedly heard the refrain, Why cant you be more like Helen Keller? Kleeges resentment culminates in her book Blind Rage: Letters to Helen Keller, an ingenious examination of the life of this renowned international figure using 21stcentury sensibilities. Kleeges absorption with Keller originated as an angry response to the ideal of a secular saint, which no real blind or deaf person could ever emulate. However, her investigation into the genuine person revealed that a much more complex set of characters and circumstances shaped Kellers life.Blind Rage employs an adroit form of creative nonfiction to review the critical junctures in Kellers life. The simple facts about Helen Keller are wellknown: how Anne Sullivan taught her deafblind pupil to communicate and learn; her impressive career as a Radcliffe graduate and author; her countless public appearances in various venues, from cinema to vaudeville, to campaigns for the American Foundation for the Blind. But Kleege delves below the surface to question the perfection of this image. Through the device of her letters, she challenges Keller to reveal her actual emotions, the real nature of her long relationship with Sullivan, with Sullivans husband, and her brief engagement to Peter Fagan. Kleeges imaginative dramatization, distinguished by her depiction of Kellers command of abstract sensations, gradually shifts in perspective from anger to admiration. Blind Rage criticizes the Helen Keller myth for prolonging an unrealistic model for blind people, yet it appreciates the individual who found a practical way to live despite the restrictions of her myth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Blind Rage: Letters to Helen Keller'? A: The main theme of 'Blind Rage' revolves around the complexities of Helen Keller's life, as explored through Georgina Kleege's personal reflections and letters. The book challenges the idealized image of Keller, presenting a more nuanced understanding of her emotions and relationships.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Blind Rage'? A: The author of 'Blind Rage: Letters to Helen Keller' is Georgina Kleege, who is known for her insightful examination of Keller's life and the societal expectations placed on individuals with disabilities.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: 'Blind Rage' is classified as creative nonfiction, blending personal narrative with biographical exploration to provide a deeper understanding of Helen Keller's life.
- Q: How many pages does 'Blind Rage' contain? A: 'Blind Rage: Letters to Helen Keller' contains a total of 224 pages.
- Q: When was 'Blind Rage' published? A: 'Blind Rage: Letters to Helen Keller' was published on September 15, 2006.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'Blind Rage' is available in paperback format, making it accessible for readers who prefer a physical copy.
- Q: Is 'Blind Rage' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Blind Rage' is suitable for academic study as it presents a critical analysis of Helen Keller's life and challenges existing narratives, making it a valuable resource for discussions on disability, identity, and biography.
- Q: What unique perspective does Georgina Kleege offer in this book? A: Georgina Kleege offers a unique perspective by examining her own experiences as a blind individual, allowing her to critique the myth of Helen Keller while also appreciating Keller's real-life struggles and achievements.
- Q: Does the book include original letters from Helen Keller? A: Yes, 'Blind Rage' includes dramatized letters that serve as a device for Kleege to engage with Keller's thoughts and emotions, offering readers a glimpse into her inner life.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Blind Rage'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the complexities of Helen Keller's character, the societal perceptions of disabilities, and how personal narratives can reshape our understanding of historical figures.