BOOK REVIEW
APJ - ABDUL KALAM
Wings of Fire An Autobiography
Name of the Book: Wings of Fire
Author: Dr APJ Abdul Kalam,Arun Tiwari
Genre of the Book: An Autobiography
Language: English.
Publication: Universities Press
About the Book: " wings of Fire" An Autobiography of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, Former President of India. It was written by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and Mr. Arun Tiwari. The book was published by Universities Press consists of 180 pages with 16 chapters and an Epilogue.
About the Author: "Abul Pakir Jainulabeen Abdul Kalam" popularly called as The Missile Man served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.He was admired all over the world for his knowledge, struggle, simplicity and scientific inventions and inputs. From downtrodden roots in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu to a successful scientist,it was a beautiful journey of this Grounded man.
Subject/Story/information:
The story is all about a deeply passionate common man's son who has become India's President. The book is full of personal memories and life experiences of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. This is a story of a boy who was born in a middle class - class family. He had an intense curiosity about Aeronautical Engineering. It was a struggle to launch Satellite. The book recollects many inspiring stories of his childhood days, his school and College. His memories at NASA and other organizations. It has different parts such as orientation, creation, propitiation, Contemplation and Epilogue.
My opinion about the Book:
I think this book is very inspiring for the youngsters. A very detailed description of each and every moment is beautifully penned by the Author. This makes the book different and unique than other autobiographies.
Rating: 5/5 Excellent Book
