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The story of my life has become intertwined with the story of this country. And somewhere along the way, as I met a million children across this land, I too learnt from a million minds. This book was not written to only tell my story. I want every young reader to think that this book is his or her story too.' A.P.J. Abdul Kalam has been one of the most iconic figures of Independent India. A scientist, leader, thinker, teacher and writer, he achieved remarkable ...
India has seen some of the greatest, humane, most inspiring intellectual leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, philosophers, poets, writers, artists, singers and sportsmen. The hundred such icons who have contributed immensely in their respective fields are introduced to the readers in this book. These humble, extraordinary men and women have not only made name in the country but have also been world famous figures. Some of the inspirational personalities selected ...
Travel to the most exciting planet in the solar system, Mars, and learn the secrets astronomers and scientists have unearthed about it over the years. Read about how Mars was formed, what it looks like up close, whether there was water on it, and if there was ever any life there.
Told in simple language and with the help of numerous diagrams and photographs, this book also explains how rockets and spacecraft are designed and sent to Mars. Discover everything ...
I will not let you kill any more. Shantos voice was firm, confidentno longer that of a timid fourteen-year-old boy. Shanto has managed the impossible. He has escaped from the heavily fortified Lalgarh police station in the heart of Jangal mahal. Few outsiders dare enter these forests. It is a place where armed bands of men and women, Maoists, rule the roost. It is a place where even police contingents dont travel after dark. Shanto is a child soldier, a hungry ...