(i) Kalam says that his father, Jainulabdeen did not have much formal education or much wealth. But he possessed great innate wisdom and a true generosity of spirit. He avoided all inessential comforts and luxuries.
(ii) Kalam’* mother, Ashiamma was an ideal helpmate to her husband. Everyday she provided food to more outsiders than her family members.
(iii) The author describes himself as a short boy with undistinguished looks, born to tall and handsome parents. He had a secure childhood. He was honest and self-disciplined who believed in goodness and deep kindness.
