Born To Be Great
The Boy Michael Collins
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"Life is a precious gift from God. The smallest insect, the worm that crawls beneath your feet, all have a purpose and are living things. You do not have the power to give life, therefore, my son, do not take it away."
These words Mick understood more clearly a few days later. "Never hurt a dumb animal," said Michael Collins to his little son when he saw a neighbor beating a stubborn mule. "They're all God's creatures and have feelings just like you and me."
"I know, Daddy," and Mick shook his head disapprovingly, all grownup like. "That poor donkey hurts bad, I think," he said with sadness in his eyes while his rosy face showed pain.
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Born to be Great is the story of Michael Collins, the boy. It spans the years of his childhood growing up in county Cork, and shows his great love for his father and mother. His love of animals and sports and his ambition to succeed, to excel in all his undertakings are portrayed also.
Along side his great attributes and talents, his weakness of character is demonstrated. For his bad temper was to be a shortcoming he had to battle with all his life.
Michael Collins, the greatest hero Ireland has known since Brian Boru is an inspiration for young people even today.