"I have always been fascinated by the thought of the bumble bee which,
in aerodynamic terms, should be incapable of flight. Against all
expectation, I have, like that bee, achieved things which should never have been possible."
The life of Commercial Counsellor Leevi K. Laitinen was previously described in
a book by Ulla Appelsin entitled “My Childhood Trapped in a Cult” (WSOY
2010). This widely-read book has now been followed by an expanded and
updated autobiography, where Laitinen describes his extraordinary and
moving life story in his own words.
At the same time, “On Wings Like Eagles” is the thrilling biography of an
entrepreneur. Laitinen is not one of those who attribute their success to their
own excellence. It is others who have been of decisive importance in both his
private life and in his business activities.
"As I built my new life …, I was privileged to receive aid from complete strangers.
Even then, I thought that, once my own life was on track, I wanted to pass on
the benefits and help others where I could."
Leevi K. Laitinen has always been involved in many activities. After his
retirement he learned to fly, among other things, and this hobby continues to
this day.
The original book "Siivet kantoivat" (written in Finnish) is available for purchase from:
