It also provides an insight to the visions he had for his country and its people.

Later, the chapters highlight the early life, school, background and professional life of Dr.

It is followed by Orientation which contains a quote from Atharva Veda. The book is divided into seven parts and begins with an Introduction and Preface. Wings of Fire: An Autobiography is an inspirational and motivational book that tells the life story of Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam. It was published in 13 different Indian languages and few foreign languages too. Having become a bestseller, the book has even been translated into thirteen languages, which includes Chinese and French.Originally published in the year 1999 by Universities Press, Wings of Fire: An Autobiography, traces the life of 11th President of India, Dr. Mr Tiwari is a well-known missile scientist who has worked with Dr. Arun Tiwari, the 180 page book ‘The Wings of Fire’ was first published in the year 2000. The book also contains 24 photographs at various stages of his life.Īuthored by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and Mr. It’s not with reason that he was nicknamed as the ‘Missile Man of India’. The second half of the book deals with Dr Kalam, the scientist who made a significant contribution in developing the countries guided missile program, a pioneering effort for the security of the nation.

The time when he lost his father and how he felt when conferred with many awards like the Padma Bhushan have been written in much detail. Personal tragedies have not been left out. The time spent at the Langley Research Center, NASA and Wallops Flight Facility gets a lot of attention. The book recollects many anecdotes and stories from childhood, his time at school and college. How he inspired himself to achieve dreams and how he went about accomplishing so much is what the book captures nicely. Kalam by narrating his life journey evokes the reader to identify with one’s inner fire and potential, for he was of the firm belief that each one of us was born with the strength and potential to make a tangible change in the world. It gives us an understanding on his journey of success.ĭr. The book is full of insights, personal moments and life experiences of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, who from very humble beginnings rose to be the President of India. The ‘Wings of Fire’ is one such autobiography by visionary scientist Dr. Every common man who by his sheer grit and hard work achieves success should share his story with the rest for they may find inspiration and strength to go on, in his story.

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