Who is Kalam?

$16.20

$18.00

In stock

Free & Quick Delivery Worldwide

Who is Kalam? Why is he universally loved, respected and admired? What makes him tick? What makes him different? This book seeks to answer precisely questions like these. This is neither a biography in the traditional sense nor a critical analysis. The book simply aims to explore Dr. Kalamâ€™s personality through the eyes of one who has worked closely with him. It can be considered a fresh perspective on the life and work of one of the more fascinating personalities of post-independence India. It highlights little known facets of Dr. Kalamâ€™s personality and life that should give the reader a deeper understanding of the man himself. Dr. Kalam emerges through the book as a multi-faceted visionary, having an abiding interest in music, literature and the environment apart from science, technology and development of the nation. However, what stands out most is his intense humanism. The chapter on his relationship with children seeks to bring out the unique chemistry between them. After Chacha Nehru, it is Kalam, as far as children are concerned.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR R. Ramanathan

R. Ramanathan worked with Dr. Kalam for over seven years as his Financial Adviser in the Defence Research and Development Organisation and has been associated with him for more than 10 years. In this capacity, he had an opportunity to observe Dr. Kalam closely in a variety of situations. During the period, he met numerous others who have worked with Dr. Kalam for an even longer period. He has drawn on his own experiences as well as of those who have been close to Dr. Kalam, while writing this book. Ramanatahan joined the Indian Audit and Accounts Service in 1965. He retired as Member Finance, Ex-officio Secretary to the Government of India, Telecom Commission. His recent book, contract Management, was released by Dr. Kalam.