SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 1, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- There is no doubt that education is essential in this world, no matter what your background or social status is. Without education, society will not prosper and will not have stability. With these in mind, schools and teachers carry the great burden of educating people in the long term while students carry the responsibility to learn what they can. But in the case of author Clinton Laird, education was extremely difficult and his life was affected early due to his learning disabilities. This is the story behind his compelling new book, Clinton's Story: A Cadet's Travail.
The book looks back at what went wrong with the author's early schooling as well as the effects that teachers and parent have on one's learning ability. As it shows the difference between a mother that had great expectations for her child and a mother who felt that educators should set these expectations, the book tells readers how Laird solved his learning disability thanks to military school, as well as how he managed his extraordinary elementary school education and the metamorphosis that came to him upon entry at a military institution.
More on the topic of learning problems, readers will learn about the many aspects of Laird's life which were affected by the lack of early and basic education. Aside from that, readers will marvel at the author's achievements, such as his discovery of new abilities immediately after finally getting to learn, how he managed to meet the requirements of military school, how he kept up with the rest of his class and ultimately the day he received student honors.
Inspiring and honest, Clinton's Story: A Cadet's Travail depicts the human ability to learn, innovate and persevere, as proven by Laird. It is a triumphant book that proves that there is still hope for illiterates and late learners to catch up and keep up with the rest of the world. The author's life story reflects that determination and hard work pays off, which can lead to healthy self-esteem, self-confidence, and even pride in conquering difficult problems. This book will undoubtedly attract a wide range of readers, including educators, students, people with learning problems, military personnel, soap opera fans and even movie historians. Clinton's Story: A Cadet's Travail is now available for your reading pleasures at Xlibris.com and at major booksellers and libraries nationwide.
About the Author
Clinton Laird was born in Hollywood, California in 1943. He attended grade school in Carmel, California, where he developed a learning disability. He entered Brown Military Academy in San Diego, California in 1957 not being able to read or write. In 1961, he graduated from Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville, Georgia, achieving academic Honors. He attended the University of Miami, El Camino College, California Polytechnic College, San Jose City College, and San Jose State University. In 1969, he went to work for the City of Santa Clara as an Engineering Aide and worked his way up to Senior Distribution Supervisor.
Clinton's Story: A Cadet's Travail -- by Clinton Laird
Publication Date: December 16, 2005
Trade Paperback; $20.99; 122 pages; 1-4134-9933-3
Cloth Hardback; $30.99; 122 pages; 1-4134-9934-1
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