About The Author

Dr. Robert V.V. Hurst was raised in Indiana by parents who were both school teachers. He graduated from both Indiana University and Harvard.

Meet Dr. Robert V. V. Hurst

I am a Harvard graduate who has served on the dental school staff of both Tufts University and Louisiana State University. I have run a private orthodontics practice for over 50 years in Covington, Louisiana. It was during my practice that I decided to study the birth order of my patients and their behavior patterns.

Although there have been other books written on birth order, to my knowledge, most have been written by therapists. They counsel families and children who come to them with problems and are unable to function for one reason or another.

I have had the opportunity to see functioning children in the real world on a day-to-day basis over the last 50 years, adjusting to life and it’s challenges. I have seen the expression of birth orders first-hand and have learned that your birth order impacts every part of your life.

This book is meant to give you information to better evaluate your own behavior and the behavior of others by understanding the various nuances of birth order.

Experience

Work Experience

He served on the dental school staff of both Tufts University and Louisiana State University . He has been in the private practice of orthodontics for over 40 years in Covington, Louisiana. It was during his practice that he decided to study the birth order of his patients and their behavior patterns.

Reader Reviews

"If this subject interests you even a little bit – how can it not? -- I urge you to buy this slim volume, Life’s Fingerprint , and enter a fascinating world of human study as seen through the eyes of a wise and entertaining expert in the field." (read the full review here)

Dr. Walter C

Austin Texas

As my husband and I get older, we have been having a problem deciding which of our children we should give power of attorney. This book helped us understand our children, now adults. Knowing who should have power of attorney and handle our estate, and be fair to their siblings, gives us peace of mind. Thank you for writing this book.

Ann F

Olympia WA

"This book provides valuable information to professionals in a variety of fields and those individuals interested in learning more about their own family situations—even what to expect in the future. In my opinion, it is a must read for anyone interested in children and “why they do and say what they do.” The insights it provides are invaluable."

Jim C

Chicago, IL

If you are looking to understand people, then Life’s Fingerprint is a must read. This book should be required reading for all managers of employees and every business CEO.

Raymond C

New Orleans, LA

"My wife and I enjoyed reading this book. It is amazing how Dr. Hurst has been able to capture so much truth during his many years of personal interactions with his orthodontic patients. What a unique and valuable laboratory for such a study. We could readily identify related traits in our two daughters, just as were predicted from the book."

Lynda & Don C

Ann Arbor Mi

"Over 30 years of treating several generations in the same family have given Dr. Hurst a unique insight into the place of birth order and double birth order in the dynamics of everyday relationships. A thoughtful and fun book to read!"

Madison L

Boston MA

Presentations

Book Signings To Follow

Northshore Literary Society – Sunday, April 18, 2010 4:00pm to 6:00pm

Visit www.northshoreliterarysociety.com Free for members the donation for non-members is $10.00 per person.

The Lemonade Brigade – Saturday May 8, 2010
at Franco’s Athletic Club – Mandeville Location – More info to follow soon