Re: Did you find the author Inspiring?

[Sushan Ekanayake]

Working with set goals, through many obstacles, again and again is definitely impressive

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

Working with set goals, through many obstacles, again and again is definitely impressive

Yes, that was a very inspiring trait. He set acadmic goals for himself and did his best to achieve them. Even when he wasn't the best student or when he was discriminated against, he never let those challenges hinder his goals.

[cassibear13]

I think his ability to keep trying even though things were against him is something that inspired me. It shows that you can accomplish your goals if you put your heart and soul into it.

[Susmita Biswas]

Of course, the author was inspiring because he succeeded after a lot of difficulties.

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

Of course, the author was inspiring because he succeeded after a lot of difficulties.

Yes, I agree it helps many readers to see the journey he took. For some, finding one aspect of the authors life relatable makes it easier to understand the challenges he faced and what level of resolve is required to overcome them.

[Julehart1]

The author was definitely inspirational. He had perseverance and overcame obstacles. He was also brave in telling his story.

[Browlyns]

The odds were against him right from the start as a boy as a child and he tackled them with resolve if not defiance, so yes he is inspiring.

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

The odds were against him right from the start as a boy as a child and he tackled them with resolve if not defiance, so yes he is inspiring.

He came from a poverty-struck family and his sister became one of his responsibilities along with the chores of the house. He did all that and still maintained his academic excellence, that is definitely inspiring.

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

I think his ability to keep trying even though things were against him is something that inspired me. It shows that you can accomplish your goals if you put your heart and soul into it.

It also showed the kind of tenacity required to overcome the challenges that the author faced. It was inspirng and a lesson for everyone about to give in to the challenges they're facing.

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

The odds were against him right from the start as a boy as a child and he tackled them with resolve if not defiance, so yes he is inspiring.

That is definitely an inspiring way to view the author's childhood. The odds were against him from the start, and fate kept dropping challenges in his path but he exhibited defiance and resilience to get through all of them. That is inspiring.

[Caitlin_]

I find the fact that he refused to give up even when everything was against him inspiring.

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

I find the fact that he refused to give up even when everything was against him inspiring.

I noted when he was the best student at school and the principal refused to acknowledge his achievement. He did not let this stop him and he did not let himself get trapped into resentment. It was inspiring how he ignored the discrimination and continued to perform his best.

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

The author was definitely inspirational. He had perseverance and overcame obstacles. He was also brave in telling his story.

He never shied away from righting a wrong even if it meant derailing his academic persuits, like in the case of MIT. I found this to be quite inspiring.

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

Working with set goals, through many obstacles, again and again is definitely impressive

It was definitely inspiring seeing the author maintain his goals and achieve them despite the many obstacles set upon his path including discrimination and racism.

[Oyedeji Okikioluwa]

His resilience and determination is very inspiring.