Courage, Commitment & Change: A Personal History of Landon School

Courage, Commitment & Change is the first definitive account of the 75-year history of Landon School in Bethesda, Maryland. This compelling story of a school and those who built it is told by Landon's well-respected Shakespeare master, who has personally experienced more than five decades of the story. This story is rich in detail, drawn from original research in Landon archives, about the men and women who turned boys into men through a rigorous academic schedule and a daily regime of athletics, with a significant nod to the arts and humanities. It recognizes the uncommon tenacity and enthusiasm of the four men who have led the school over its history: Founder Paul Banfield, Hugh Riddleberger, Malcolm Coates, and Damon Bradley. The author saves his highest praise for the individuals whose daily contact with Landon boys has made the Landon experience one of joy and discovery - its many fine faculty members, dozens of whom spring from the pages of this history in high spirits and as exemplary models of the teacher-coach.