Author from Hanover, PA Publishes Autobiography on his Pursuit of the American Dream

December 11, 2014 - "My Life and Times: Story of a Kenyan-American," a new book written by James J. Butt, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

"My Life and Times: Story of a Kenyan-American" is the intriguing autobiography of a Kenyan-born man who has lived through many life-altering experiences on what was once known as the "Dark Continent." From a young age, he knew his destiny lay in a life in the United States, and he continuously worked very hard, became educated, and struggled with bureaucratic "red tape" for an opportunity to pursue the "American Dream."

What makes this work so distinctive is the author's ability to seamlessly combine his own life experiences with those simultaneously occurring in the world. The book not only provides a fascinating read about the author's life, but also gives readers the chance to take their own trips down "Memory Lane" by recalling what was occurring in their lives at the time these historical milestones were taking place. Butt's book allows readers to absorb national and international history in an entertaining way.

About the Author:
James J. Butt was born in the British Colony of Kenya in 1940, his family having emigrated from Kashmir during the British Raj in the hopes of escaping poverty. The son of uneducated parents, he desired to break with family tradition and seek other role models. He believed that education was the key and worked through difficulties to achieve his goals for college degrees, hoping they would lead him to the life he sought.

He was able to receive some of his education/work experience in the United States, and experienced the Civil Rights Movement up close, coming to some new realizations. To quote the author, "I truly believe that education is the answer, for people to recognize the differences and, to a greater extent, the similarities that exist among people…regardless of race and color…we should celebrate our differences and learn from them."

James J. Butt has been quite successful in the food industry and resides in Hanover, PA.

"My Life and Times: Story of a Kenyan-American" is a 320-page paperback with a retail price of $20.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-1072-0. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore at www.dorrancebookstore.com.