Anne Mcbfrey's Nonfiction, 'The Smallest Dragonboy'

Throughout the span of the last century, many have thought that the answer to success as pure talent and luck. However, as shown by Geoff Colvin’s quote, “ Greatness isn't handed to anyone; it requires a lot of hard work,” the secret recipe in success is actually persistence. In regard to that, stories, such as “The Smallest Dragonboy”, or articles like “What It Takes to be Great” have specific proved and focused on the fact that success is nothing without persistence and hard work. For example, Anne McCaffrey’s nonfiction, “The Smallest Dragonboy” tells the tales of an underdog who persevere over his obstacles to ultimately be successful. In addition to that, Geoff Colvin’s article “What It Takes to be Great” also digs into the life and history
As shown in the text “People were always calling him "babe" and shooing him away as being ‘too small’ or ‘too young’ for this or that. Keevan was constantly working, twice as hard as any other boy his age, to prove himself capable,” Keevan, the main character, is a tiny, young boy who could do little to nothing to stop his bully. Despite his concerns as an underdog, Keevan preserve through the hardship while keeping up the work habits and determination of a scholar. This, therefore, would ultimately lead him to be successful dragonrider, as shown in the text, “What's his name, K'van?" asked Lessa, smiling warmly at the new dragonrider.” Lessa’s statement to K’van demonstrated that Keevan is a successful candidate, for he is now officially a dragonrider. So, as proven by “The Smallest Dragonboy” Geoff Colvin’s statement is
In his article, evidence of hard work on successful figures were documented, proving that Geoff’s claim is indeed correct. First of all, Michael Jordan, an NBA all-famous basketball player, is widely known for his success as a legendary basketball player, but the more intriguing fact is that Michael Jordan is mostly know for the hard work, practice, and time he put into basketball.To support this idea, the article stated, “The best people in any field are those who devoe the most hours to what the researchers called ‘deliberate practice,” showing us the fundamental notion that success can not be achieved without hard work and practice. In addition to the basketball all-star, Warren Buffett, an investor, is famed for his discipline and hours he spends studying financial statements. Because of this, Buffett soon gain the succession and recognition that he deserve, turning him into a world-class investor. On that note, “What It Takes to be Great” have demonstrated that success is achieved through hard work and persistence through the eyes of Michael Jordan and Warren Buffett, ultimately proving Geoff Colvin’s