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Helen Keller's Visit To The World's Fair
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| 16 | We spent one very pleasant afternoon in La Rabida, which is modeled after the monastery in Spain where Columbus, weary and hungry, sought and received shelter for himself and his little son four centuries ago. The kind monks detained him for several months, and, becoming interested in his dreams of discovery, gave him letters to persons high in authority. After several years of failures and hardships he at length returned to La Rabida, bearing a royal order that the people should provide him with vessels and supplies for his journey. When he came back from America he again visited the monastery, bearing the news and trophies of his discovery. | |
| 17 | There is a great deal more about which I would like to write, but I fear my letter is getting too long, so I will say good-by for the present. | |
| 18 | We are having a delightful time here, resting and enjoying all the beauty of the place. The country has especial attractions for us after the heat and excitement of Chicago. I do not know when we shall leave, but I am anxious to see the dear ones at home. | |
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Lovingly, your little friend, | |
