How does the author describe: (i) his father, (ii) his mother, (iii) himself?

(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’s 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.