''WINGS OF FIRE'' is the autobiography of A P J Kalam, showcasing his journey as a prominent Indian scientist, engineer, and the nation's President. The narrative reflects on his personal experiences, the influence of mentors, and the technological advancements made during India's quest for self-reliance in defense.
Through his best-selling classic, Autobiography of a Yogi, and his numerous other books, he has introduced millions throughout the world to the spiritual principles of yoga meditation and the universal truths underlying all world religions.
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Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, from South Africa, won this year's Miss Universe competition on Fox Sunday night. She's 22 years old and runs Unbreakable, a program that helps women train in self.
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The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant: The Complete Annotated Edition was a captivating read, offering a unique perspective on Grant's formative years in Ohio, his West Point military academy experience, service in the Mexican-American War, and primarily, the American Civil War.
Willa Cather’s bedroom in Red Cloud, Neb., 1972. She published her first book, April Twilights, a collection of poems, in 1903 and a collection of short stories, The Troll Garden, in 1905. In 1906, Cather moved to New York to write for McClure’s Magazine and was its editor from 1908 to 1911.
Blues singer, songwriter and musician Muddy Waters was born McKinley Morganfield on April 4, in Issaquena County, Mississippi. Waters acquired his nickname (and later stage name) because as a young child he liked to play in the mud.
Why did Jeanette need a ghost writer and why was this mysterious book never published? MacDonald biographer Sharon Rich answers these questions. She has fully annotated the manuscript, providing reality checks, extensive background data and tragic new information about Jeanette's final years.
In this autobiography, former Prime Minister of Israel Ariel Sharon tells his captivating story with frankness, power, intelligence, and a brilliant gift for detail. Prime Minister of Israel from March to April , Ariel Sharon was a dynamic and controversial leader.
[Below are some translated excerpts from G Kumara Pillai's biography of Lakshmi N Menon, and the obituary published by the Mathrubhumi newspaper at her death in These excerpts through much light on the induction of women into politics during the Nehruvian era. Kumara Pillai's account projects her as a paragon of virtue in public.
Below is a list of 20 memoirs that tell what it means to be black in America. These black American memoirs provide personal stories, political and social commentary, and historical context because black history is American history.
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebu Vice Gov. Gregorio Sanchez Jr. is not just remembered as a politician whose career spanned 15 years. He was also known as the man behind a popular probiotic health drink sold in the Philippines and at least 9 other countries.
In her autobiography, Lalithambika details a cultural milieu where in the far southern corner of the nation, news of the slow and steady fervour of a brewing nationalism and independence movement brought the external world with its full force of new ideas to a young girl growing up in protected isolation.
As a teacher, the journey of self-discovery and growth is a continuous process that shapes not only our professional identity but also our personal development. In this teacher autobiography, we will delve into the pivotal moments, challenges, and triumphs that have defined my career in education.
Short Biography of Bienvenido N. Santos Bienvenido N. Santos, also called Ben, was born in Tondo, Manila on Ma. He finished his elementary and secondary education in public schools. He graduated from the University of the Philippines (UP) in with a degree.
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