What will you learn from this book
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Early Life and Background: Information about Abdul Kalam's childhood, family, and early education.
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Career Trajectory: An exploration of his career, including his work as a scientist, involvement in India's space and defense programs, and his rise to become the President of India.
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Leadership Style: Insights into Kalam's leadership style and principles, especially during his presidency.
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Vision for India: Details on Kalam's vision for India's development, technological progress, and social well-being.
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Role in Space and Defense: A focus on his contributions to India's space and defense capabilities, potentially covering projects like Pokhran-II and the development of ballistic missiles.
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Educational Initiatives: Discussion of his efforts to promote education and inspire young minds, including initiatives like the National Mission on Education.
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Philosophy and Values: Exploration of Kalam's philosophical beliefs, values, and the principles that guided his life.
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Challenges and Triumphs: An examination of the challenges Kalam faced throughout his life and how he overcame them.
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Personal Anecdotes: Inclusion of personal stories and anecdotes that provide a more intimate understanding of Kalam's character.
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Legacy: Reflection on Kalam's enduring legacy, including his impact on science, technology, education, and his influence on future leaders.
| Language | English |
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| No of pages | 103 |
| Font Size | Medium |
| Book Publisher | Asian Books |
| Published Date | 01 Jan 2001 |
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KALAM - THE VISIONARY is a thumbnail sketch of the life and achievements and philosophy of a man who cherishes the vision of a 'Developed' India to occupy the pride of place among the leading nations of the world. An ardent votary of self-confidence and self-reliance, Dr. Kalam belives in unleashing the latent power of India in every sphere and has been exhorting the people of India, especially the student community, to get imbibed with the spirit of patriotism and equipped with scientific knowledge for making India a 'Developed Nation' by 2020.
A stem upholder of national interest, Dr. Kalam is the epitome of national honour and pride. The book also gives glimpses of the lives and works of Dr. Kalam's mentors like Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, Prof. Satish Dhawan and Dr. Brahm Prakash who were instrumental in moulding his career as a scientist of eminance as well as other stalwarts like eSir C.V.Raman, Prof. S.Chandrasekhar, Dr. Homi J. Bhabha and Dr. D.S.Kothari whose works and contributions inspired Dr. Kalam. Another feature of the book is a brief account of the renaissance of science and tchnology in India before and after independence.