Lawrence S. Harte is a Brooklyn-bred orthodontist who has served in public health and leadership positions in Washington, D.C. and elsewhere. He has published in The New York Times and has lectured nationally and internationally. Dr. Larry Harte's hobbies include world traveling, sailing, magic, sculpture, playing bridge, painting, and writing poetry. He is known as a person who never met a stranger. Dr. Harte's other books include: Oh, My Aching Head Journey with Grandchildren: A Life Story Brooklynese Proverbs & Cartoons Listen Up! Musings & Cartoons