Question

helen's pleasure and amusements are many and varied comment

Answer 1

Besides reading there are some outdoor activities too that Helen enjoyed such as rowing, sailing, and canoeing. Although she was not good at those but being in nature pleased her 

Answer 2

Helen's pleasures and amusements were varied and many. She loved the country and out-of-door sports. ... She took immense pleasure in steering the staunch little boat as it skimmed over the waves and one could feel the steady surge of the water. She also enjoyed canoeing especially on moonlit nights.