Anne Sullivan Macy

The biography, written by Nella Braddy, who worked closely with Mrs. Macy and Helen Keller, presents the life of Anne Sullivan Macy who taught Helen Keller to communicate and live in a social world. The book discusses Mrs. Macy's youth, including her life in a state poorhouse and at Perkins Institute; her association with Helen Keller, both as teacher and friend; her marriage to John Macy; and the honors and recognition she received.