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Published 13:35 27 Jun 2014 BST
Updated 07:33 18 Dec 2014 GMT
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On this day in 1880, a remarkable woman was born.
American author, activist and lecturer Helen Keller achieved so much in her 87 years, and now her legacy lives on through her inspirational life story and her beautiful way with words. Here, we have gathered 12 of her best quotes - this one is worth saving!

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1) Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.
2) The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart.
3) Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light.

4) Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
5) So long as the memory of certain beloved friends lives in my heart, I shall say that life is good.
6) Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.

7) Everything has its wonders, even darkness and silence, and I learn, whatever state I may be in, therein to be content.
8) Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow.
9) We could never learn to be brave and patient, if there were only joy in the world.

10) Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing.
11) I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something that I can do.
12) Believe, when you are most unhappy, that there is something for you to do in the world. So long as you can sweeten another's pain, life is not in vain.

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