Question

Brief summary of chapter 23 of the novel 'The story of my life'.

Answer 1

in this chapter Helen talks about her love for country side and outdoor sports. She talks about the sport activities such as boating, swimming, etc. she had learnt at early age. She beautifully describes one of her rowing experiences. She also tells the readers about her tree-friends in Wrentham. She particularly talks about her oak tree-friend. She also tells the difference between walking in city streets and in the countryside. according to Helen country side is far more beautiful and conducive to the proper growth of mind and body. Helen also talks about her dog-friends. Helen shares with the readers the fun she would have, particularly on rainy days. She preferred knitting, playing chess or checkers with friends. Next Helen shares with the readers her love for museums, art stores, and theater. She love meeting actors and actresses. She tells us about her meeting with Miss Ellen Terry and Sir Henry.

Answer 2

Helen says that there is are red letter days in our lives when we meet people. They thrill us like a fine poem. Nothing in our lives blossom suddenly into bright possibilities. A handshake or a friendly letter gives Helen genuine pleasure.
Helen counts meeting with Bishop Brooks a sweet privilege. As a child she loved to sit on his knee while Miss Sullivan spelled into the hand the beautiful words about God. He said to her,"there is only one universal religion, that is religion of love". Bishop Brooks taught her no creed or dogma. But he impressed upon her the fatherhood of God and brotherhood of man. God is love and all clouds of difficulties will vanish.
She remembers meeting Dr.Oliver Holmes. They visited him in his quiet home. His gentle courtesy and quaint speech won Helen's heart.