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Book Review: “Wings of Fire: An Autobiography of Abdul Kalam” by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam and Arun Tiwari

“Wings of Fire: An Autobiography of Abdul Kalam” is written by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam and Arun Tiwari. This book is an autobiography of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former president of India. This story sheds light on the journey of a young boy from Rameswaram to become a renowned scientist. It reflects how simple living, dedication, strong will and hard work led to success. It also shows how cultural unity impacts the lives of individuals.

The story begins with Kalam as a boy around 1930 in the village of Rameswaram where he lived with his parents and four brothers and one sister. In this book, the author tells us how the role of family, relatives, friends, and society contribute to an individual’s life. Kalam describes his village where everyone lives in harmony. Religious discrimination was unknown at that time. A passage that shows the closeness they had: “The high priest of Rameswaram temple , Pakshi Lakshmana Sastry , was a very close friend of my father’s . One of the most vivid memories of my early childhood is of the two men , each in his traditional attire , discussing spiritual matters.”

When he was very young, Kalam wanted to join the Indian Airforce but he was not able to clear the interview. Far from being demotivated, he focused more on studies, started his career in Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), and was involved in the design of a hovercraft. He went to NASA on a training program. He moved to Indian Space Research and there he met Vikram Sarabhai. He also met many geniuses who inspired him. The book also describes leadership and teamwork, while making the projects. It shows how a man becomes a leader whenever there is a successful project or a failed one.

The book reveals extensive and detailed project work by Dr. APJ Kalam, which I find distracting from the story of his life. Some readers may find this detailed descriptions boring and unappealing. It highlights the successful execution of “Agni” and other projects.

The book narrates India’s technological achievements at a time, few nations can boast of. It speaks about some brilliant minds who worked behind Indian space research such as Vikram Sarabhai and Dr. Brahm Prakash and their contribution towards ISRO.

As a reader, this book initially is very interesting particularly the portions from his younger days to a college student like how his family encouraged him. Later, the writing becomes a bit monotonous as it gives minute illustrations of the projects. At the end, he offers advice to the younger generation not to get demotivated and lead a positive life.

This book demonstrates how Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s simple living and positive thinking became an inspiration for the Indian youth.

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Book Review: Wings of Fire by APJ Abdul Kalam

Introduction.

APJ Abdul Kalam is a renowned Indian scientist who went on to become 11th President of India (2002-2007). He is very well known across India and is a recipient of India’s three highest civilian awards – Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan and Bharat Ratna. Wings of Fire is an autobiography of APJ Abdul Kalam written jointly by Arun Tiwari and Abdul Kalam. It covers Kalam’s life before he became president of India and in 2013 another autobiography titled "My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions" was released.

Wings of Fire is an autography of APJ Abdul Kalam covering his early life and his work in Indian space research and missile programs. It is the story of a boy from a humble background who went on to become a key player in Indian space research/Indian missile programs and later became the president of India. The book has been very popular in India and has been translated into multiple languages. I recently picked up a copy and read it in a couple of days. It was very engaging initially, but tended to drag a bit towards the end with lot of technical details and procedural information of his space research and missile projects.

I loved the initial chapters of Wings of Fire since it gives a vivid picture of our country during 1930 – 1950s. Kalam was born in Rameswaram, a southern religious town in Tamilnadu. The initial chapters provides an interesting glimpse of religious harmony which existed before India’s partition,

The famous Shiva temple, which made Rameswaram so sacred to pilgrims , was about a ten-minute walk from our house. Our locality was predominantly Muslim, but there were quite a few Hindu families too, living amicably with their Muslim neighbours. …… The high priest of Rameswaram temple, Pakshi Lakshmana Sastry, was a very close friend of my father’s. One of the most vivid memories of my early childhood is of the two men, each in his traditional attire, discussing spiritual matters. …… One day when I was in the fifth standard at the Rameswaram Elementary School, a new teacher came to our class. I used to wear a cap which marked me as a Muslim, and I always sat in the front row next to Ramanadha Sastry, who wore a sacred thread. The new teacher could not stomach a Hindu priest’s son sitting with a Muslim boy. In accordance with our social ranking as the new teacher saw it, I was asked to go and sit on the back bench. I felt very sad, and so did Ramanadha Sastry. He looked utterly downcast as I shifted to my seat in the last row. The image of him weeping when I shifted to the last row left a lasting impression on me. After school , we went home and told our respective parents about the incident. Lakshmana Sastry summoned the teacher, and in our presence , told the teacher that he should not spread the poison of social inequality and communal intolerance in the minds of innocent children. He bluntly asked the teacher to either apologize or quit the school and the island. Not only did the teacher regret his behaviour, but the strong sense of conviction Lakshmana Sastry conveyed ultimately reformed this young teacher.

Kalam in younger years wanted to be an officer in air force, however he couldn’t clear the interview. He met Swami Sivananda after this failure and I found his words to Kalam interesting and in a way prophetic,

Accept your destiny and go ahead with your life. You are not destined to become an Air Force pilot. What you are destined to become is not revealed now but it is predetermined. Forget this failure, as it was essential to lead you to your destined path. Search, instead, for the true purpose of your existence. Become one with yourself, my son! Surrender yourself to the wish of God,

Here, I saw a painting prominently displayed in the reception lobby. It depicted a battle scene with a few rockets flying in the background. A painting with this theme should be the most commonplace thing at a Flight Facility, but the painting caught my eye because the soldiers on the side launching the rockets were not white , but dark-skinned, with the racial features of people found in South Asia. One day, my curiosity got the better of me, drawing me towards the painting. It turned out to be Tipu Sultan’s army fighting the British. The painting depicted a fact forgotten in Tipu’s own country but commemorated here on the other side of the planet. I was happy to see an Indian glorified by NASA as a hero of warfare rocketry.

The book covers a lot of "behind the scene" information and technical details about India’s satellite and missile program (SLV-3, Prithvi, Agni, Thrisul, Akash and Nag). This might interest technically inclined readers but is sure to put off readers who bought the book to get to know Kalam or to know his principles/ideas. Space and missile programs are huge complex projects and managing them is extremely challenging. The book does give a glimpse of the participatory management technique adopted by Kalam, but at the same time it doesn’t go into details.

Wings of fire covers Kalam’s personal life only briefly which is strange for an autobiography. For example, we don’t know why he decided to remain single or his activities outside space research (even though we can conclude in the end that he was married to science and technology).

Kalam is a poet and is a huge fan of poems. The book contains many of his own poems and his favorite poems. Here is an example,

Do not look at Agni as an entity directed upward to deter the ominous or exhibit your might. It is fire in the heart of an Indian. Do not even give it the form of a missile as it clings to the burning pride of this nation and thus is bright.

Through Wings of Fire, we come across some brilliant people who worked behind Indian space research such as Vikram Sarabhai and Dr. Brahm Prakash. The book also contains about 24 photos and I found the ones from the early days of Indian space program very interesting. This alone is worth the price of the book!

One of the things that stands out throughout the book is Kalam’s positive thinking. He held many high ranking positions in various organizations. Yet in the book he rarely mentions anything about lethargy/corruption of bureaucracy or politicians. The secret to his success seems to be his ability to ignore negative things around him. The book also gives a clue to his popularity in India. Kalam is a simple, secular, inspiring humanitarian.

My Rating: 7/10. I liked the initial chapters, but wasn’t much impressed by later chapters. Kalam should look for a better writer to write his updated autobiography (After I wrote this review I realized that he has released a new autobiography titled "My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions").

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Wings of Fire by Abdul Kalam Summary and Analysis

An autobiography.

Wings of Fire by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is an inspiring autobiography that chronicles his journey from humble beginnings to becoming India’s ‘Missile Man’ and President—proving that with determination and vision, you can soar to great heights. 🚀

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Abdul Kalam’s Perspective

Abdul Kalam was one of India’s most distinguished scientists. He was an Aerospace engineer, professor, and chancellor of the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology. On top of this, he also served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. During his term as President, he was popularly known as the People’s President.

He was responsible for the development of India’s first satellite launch vehicle, the SLV-3. Kalam is popularly known as the Missile Man of India for developing ballistic missiles and space rocket technology. Kalam also played a pivotal role in India’s Pokhran-II nuclear test in 1998, the first since India’s initial nuclear test in 1974.

He also received honorary doctorates from thirty universities and the country’s three highest civilian honors — Padma Bhushan (1981), Padma Vibhushan (1990), and Bharat Ratna (1997).

Introduction

Wings of Fire is the autobiography of the former President of India, Dr. Abdul Kalam. Kalam went from being a humble boy in South India to developing India’s nuclear weapons and becoming President. Through this autobiography, the reader gains a glimpse into pre-partition India. Kalam also exposes readers to the positive thinking and ideas that helped him become such a success. This is the story of Kalam’s rise from obscurity and his personal and professional struggles. It is also a saga of independent India’s struggle for technological self-sufficiency and defensive autonomy.

StoryShot #1: Kalam’s Upbringing

Kalam starts the book at the beginning of his life. He was born in Rameswaram, India, to a secure middle-class Tamil family. His father owned a boat, which is a sign of wealth. Rameswaram was a great environment to grow up in, as there was a tight-knit community where everybody supported each other. People were willing to talk about religion and spirituality openly. From a young age, Kalam developed a respect for other religions. His father also worked as an Imam in the local mosque. Kalam grew up believing that faith is an essential part of being human.

All family members encouraged Kalam to work hard and excel at school. Kalam’s family talked a lot about the latest advancements in science and new groundbreaking literature over dinner. These conversations formed a foundation for the passion for academia that Kalam developed. Kalam was close to his parents and described his mother as more like a friend than a parent. He also introduces the readers to his closest friend, Ahmed Jalaluddin. Kalam developed intellectual and spiritual maturity from a young age because Ahmed was about 15 years older. They frequently visited the mosque together and talked about Islam.

StoryShot #2: Learning Difficult Lessons at High School

To fulfill his dream of learning about the most advanced technology and science, Kalam left his hometown to attend Schwartz High School in Ramanathapuram. At first, Kalam thoroughly enjoyed his time at school. However, one day a new teacher arrived. This teacher, called Rameswaram Shastry, saw Kalam sitting next to a Hindu student. He told Kalam that this was not allowed and decided to send Kalam to the back of the class. This was an early example of the beliefs people held during the partition of India. After this experience, Kalam decided to stop the poison of prejudice from spreading, rather than spreading it himself. He continued to be open to all religions throughout his life, including during and after India’s partition.

When Kalam was a young boy, he sold newspapers to help his brother reduce their financial struggles. In the book, Kalam praises the demands and support of friends and family as the cornerstone of his life’s successes.

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StoryShot #3: Kalam’s First Experiences With Engineering

Kalam continued to excel throughout high school and remained particularly interested in science. After completing the B.Sc. in physics, Abdul Kalam noticed that he needed to engage with engineering to make his dreams a reality. So, he chose to apply for an engineering course at the Madras Institute of Technology. That said, despite coming from a relatively wealthy background, the admission fees were still too expensive for him. Luckily, his eldest sister saw his potential and was willing to help him obtain a place. She supported him financially throughout the early stages of his time at the Madras Institute of Technology.

StoryShot #4: Learning to Fly

This generosity encouraged Kalam to work as hard as possible to obtain a scholarship. His hard work eventually paid off, and he took some financial burdens off his elder sister. As well as academic success, Kalam was working towards living his dream. He had always dreamed of flying an aircraft. So, it makes perfect sense that Kalam decided to choose aeronautical engineering as his major at university.

Kalam provides advice to future engineering students. Specifically, he says, ‘When they choose their specialization, the essential point to consider is whether the choice articulates their inner feelings and aspirations.’ Kalam decided to pursue aeronautical engineering because it aligned with his passions. Kalam suggests that future engineers, and all future professionals, should choose a role that aligns with their dreams. This is the most critical factor.

StoryShot #5: Looking for Work

After graduating from university, Kalam had to choose between two passions. His first option was joining the Air Force. His second option was to seek a job at the Directorate of Technical Development and Production. Essentially, the latter would involve working for India’s Ministry of Defence. Kalam applied for the Air Force to achieve his dream of flying, but he was ultimately rejected.

Kalam was initially deflated. Deeply disappointed, he trekked down to nearby Rishikesh, where he met Swami Sivananda, a spiritual teacher, author and yoga guru. Kalam considers this meeting to be one of the most important events in his life. Sivananda taught him that he had to accept his destiny and go ahead with his life. It is not worth mulling over things in the past. Instead, Kalam was better off moving forward. This is exactly what Kalam did. He could still use his passion for aeronautical engineering by working for the Directorate of Technical Development and Production as a Senior Scientific Assistant.

Within this role, Kalam experienced significant setbacks. He thoroughly enjoyed the freedom he was given to design his aircraft. He designed an indigenous Hovercraft called Nandi. Kalam worked hard and used innovation to design this hovercraft. The new ministry rejected his design for imported hovercrafts. Essentially, Kalam had been told that his work was not good enough. Again, his aeronautical dreams had been quashed, but Kalam remained positive. He remembered what Sivananda had taught him: Certain events may be out of your control in life, and you should not take them personally.

StoryShot #6: Kalam’s Destiny Changes

Although Kalam’s design, Nandi, was initially rejected, this was not the end of its story. The design had already created interest and buzz. Then, as if destiny came knocking, the Indian Committee for Space Research invited Kalam for an interview. They were going to interview him for the post of Rocket Engineer. In this interview, he met Prof. Sarabhai, the father of the Indian Space Program. Kalam got the job and spent many years working as a Rocket Engineer. So, a large proportion of this part of the book is educational. Kalam outlines the different space stations and organizations based within India. After his initial setback, Kalam excelled in rocket science. He received the Padma Bhushan award after SLV-3, one of his rockets, was successfully launched. The Padma Bhushan is the second-highest civilian award of the Republic of India. He then moved to rocketry at the Defence Research and Development Organization. Kalam successfully introduced the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme for the development of five different missiles. On the successful launch of India’s missile program, Kalam received the Padma Vibhushan. Kalam thinks failures are seeds for learning and believed India could be a technological leader despite repeated failures.

He also learned many valuable management and leadership lessons from Prof. Sarabhai. In the early stages of his career, Kalam trusted that a free exchange of views was more desirable than giving direction. Kalam also learned that leaders exist at every level.

StoryShot #7: Kalam’s Approach to Work

Kalam had a strict schedule, even though he was leading projects. Firstly, he would enter the office and clean his table. This allowed Kalam to create an environment where he could work effectively. After cleaning his table, he prioritized the papers that required immediate action. While doing this, he would remove everything else from his sight, other than those papers. His focus allowed him to take action immediately when he identified work that needed to be done. This was especially true for time-critical tasks that could make an impact or make him memorable.

Kalam’s general work attitude was daring, with persistence to perfection. In his eyes, perfection requires an individual to make mistakes in the past and learn from them. So, he favored allowing mistakes as part of the learning process. He decided to adopt this approach because mistakes are inevitable but generally manageable. Kalam suggests that you build your own education by developing the skills that will correct your mistakes.

Based on this ethos, Kalam was awarded India’s top three civilian awards, i.e., Bharat Ratna in 1997, Padma Vibhushan in 1990, and Padma Bhushan in 1981. He was also glorified with honorary degrees from more than 30 universities around the world.

StoryShot #8: Kalam’s Death

Although not covered in this book, Kalam’s death follows the type of person he was. Specifically, Kalam passed away due to cardiac arrest while giving a speech to scientific students. He committed his life to advancing India’s scientific and technological understanding.

StoryShot #9: The Three Mighty Forces

To succeed in life and achieve results, you must achieve and understand three mighty forces.

Expectations

These were the most important forces driving Kalam towards success. He wanted to make a difference in India through science and technology. Kalam also believed in his ability and in God to guide him towards these desires. This belief was strong and was not swayed by setbacks, such as when he was rejected from the Air Force. Instead of giving up, Kalam accepted that his life was just guiding him towards a different and more complementary path. Finally, Kalam explains that you need to have expectations for your life. Expectations allow you to set goals and react accordingly. Without expectations, you will not have any success or failure. Importantly, expectations allow you to identify failure and learn from these experiences.

Final Summary and Review of Wings of Fire

Wings of Fire covers the life of one of the most influential individuals in India’s history. Abdul Kalam had a huge political influence on his home country, but he also influenced the scientific world. The message you can take from this book is to use desire, belief and expectations to achieve your goals.

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Brief summary.

Wings of Fire is a memoir by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the former President of India. It tells the story of his inspiring journey from a small town to becoming a renowned scientist, providing valuable life lessons and insights along the way.

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Journey towards dream and nation building.

In Wings of Fire , A.P.J. Abdul Kalam narrates his journey from his childhood in Rameswaram to becoming the president of India, painted against the backdrop of India's journey of becoming a major player in space and defence technology. The book is divided into three parts: 'Orientation', 'Creation', and 'Contemplation'.

The first part, 'Orientation', focuses on Kalam's early life in Rameswaram, a coastal town in Tamil Nadu, his pursuit of education, and the moments that shaped his thoughts about serving the nation. We are guided through instances of his bonding with nature, the influence of teachers and spiritual leaders, and the hardships of living in British-occupied India.

Journey to Rocketry and Space Missions

The second part, 'Creation', delves into the making of India's first satellite-launch vehicle (SLV). Reciting his experiences while working at the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Kalam elaborates on his role in the mission despite numerous challenges. A major part of this section is dedicated to his sophisticated thinking and commitment to design and launch India's first-ever satellite.

There are insightful accounts about his visits to NASA, his team's dedication to the space mission, and the affirming moment of India's entrance into the 'space club.' Ultimately, we get to witness Kalam's rise to the position of the project director for India's first indigenous Satellite Launch Vehicle.

Achievements in Missile Development

In the third section, 'Contemplation', we are introduced to the years Kalam spent at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Here, Kalam led the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program, which later resulted in the successful launch of missiles like Agni and Prithvi. Kalam's passion and commitment towards nation-building are evident as he reiterates the importance of self-reliance in defence technology.

He further explains the challenges, failures, successes, and the lessons he learned in the process. With passages dedicated to his pursuit of spirituality, his bond with his father, and the profound effect his mother and siblings had on him, this section concludes the life he lived and the values he embraced.

Through the Lens of a Leader

In the final section of Wings of Fire , Kalam provides reflections on the events described and the life lessons drawn. Known for his humility, he gives credit to his teachers and mentors who stood by him and guided him during difficult times. He emphasizes the essence of hard work, resilience, perseverance, and a never-give-up attitude behind every success story.

In conclusion, Wings of Fire is an inspiring account of a simple man's journey to extraordinary achievements. The book paints a vivid picture of Kalam's principles, his dedication to the nation, the virtues he stood by, and the sheer determination to make a difference. It persuasively articulates that dreams have no limits, and achievement is a result of dedication and tenacity.

What is Wings of Fire about?

This book is a collection of inspiring stories and insights from A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, a renowned scientist and former President of India. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Kalam shares his vision for a better world and encourages readers to pursue their dreams with passion and determination. It is a powerful reminder of the potential within each of us to make a positive impact on the world.

Wings of Fire Review

Wings of Fire (1999) by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is an inspiring autobiography of a man's journey from humble beginnings to becoming India's 11th President. Here's why this book is worth reading:

It offers valuable life lessons and insights into perseverance, determination, and the power of dreams.
Through personal anecdotes and experiences, Kalam shares his struggles and triumphs, providing inspiration for readers to overcome their own challenges.
The book showcases Kalam's vision for India and his commitment to youth empowerment and innovation, making it an engaging and thought-provoking read.

Who should read Wings of Fire ?

Readers who are inspired by real-life success stories
Individuals seeking motivation and guidance to pursue their dreams
People interested in the life and achievements of A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, especially his contributions to science and education

About the Author

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was an Indian scientist and politician who served as the 11th President of India. He was also known as the "Missile Man" for his work on India's missile program. Kalam was a prolific writer and his book "Wings of Fire" is an autobiography that tells the story of his life and his journey from a humble background to becoming one of the most respected figures in Indian history. Through his book, Kalam shares his experiences, struggles, and the lessons he learned along the way. "Wings of Fire" has inspired millions of readers around the world with its message of perseverance, dedication, and the power of dreams.

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Wings of Fire

Wings of Fire is one of the most inspiring autobiographies in India. This book resonates with the youth on the importance of giving wings to the divine fire within us.

Book Review: Wings of Fire – An Autobiography by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam with Arun Tiwari

Wings of Fire revolves around the personal & professional life of Kalam and the individuals who made an impact on him. The book is mainly divided into 4 sections (Orientation, Creation, Propitiation and Contemplation) of Kalam’s life which contains 16 chapters and an epilogue.

BOOK SUMMARY

Kalam introduces us to his early life in Rameswaram where he was born and raised in a secure middle-class Tamil family. He proceeds to describe the communal harmony in Rameswaram and the stable atmosphere for healthy discussion of spiritual matters.

Hailing from a predominantly Muslim locality, Kalam learned respect for other faiths from his parents. During Kalam’s early life, his close relatives encouraged Kalam to excel in studies and would talk about the discoveries of literature and science beyond Rameswaram. Inspired to fulfill his dreams, he left his home to attend Schwartz High School in Ramanathapuram.

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Kalam throws light on the time he got selected at Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) for engineering when admission fees were expensive. His elder sister stood by him and helped him financially which deeply moved Kalam to study hard for a scholarship. At MIT, he dreamed to fly an aircraft and hence chose aeronautical engineering.

Kalam sends a message to the future engineering students that ‘ when they choose their specialization, the essential point to consider is whether the choice articulates their inner feelings and aspirations ’.

Kalam was determined to join either the Air Force or a job at Directorate of Technical Development and Production, DTD&P (Air) at the Ministry of Defence. However, Kalam was not successful in joining the Indian Air Force and could not fulfill his dream to fly.

Frustrated, Kalam turned to Swami Sivananda who taught him to accept his destiny and go ahead with life. He learned that this was not in his destiny. He got accepted as a Senior Scientific Assistant at DTD&P (Air). Here, Kalam faced his first failure.

His indigenous Hovercraft ‘Nandi’ was shelved by a new ministry which favored imported hovercrafts. Kalam learned the harsh truth that certain events may be out of control in life.

However, ‘Nandi’ had created interest by then and as if destiny came knocking, Kalam was called for an interview at Indian Committee for Space Research for the post of Rocket Engineer. At this interview, he met Prof. Sarabhai, father of the Indian space program.

In the section Creation, Kalam gives a glimpse of his keen eye while training at NASA. He recollects seeing a painting depicting heroism of Tipu Sultan’s army using rockets against the British.

He learned many valuable management and leadership lessons from Prof. Sarabhai. At an early stage of his career, Kalam trusted that leadership with the free exchange of views was more desirable than giving directions. Kalam also learned that leaders exist at every level.

Kalam throws light on his work schedule when he started leading projects. On entering his office he would first clean the table, prioritize papers for immediate action & remove everything else from sight.

If you want to leave your footprints On the sands of time Do not drag your feet

This memorable line has aged well which tells us to take action now when we are interested in doing a good thing and want to be remembered for it. Interestingly, Kalam preferred a daring attitude with persistence to perfection.

He favored allowing mistakes as a learning process as they are inevitable but generally manageable. He advocated building own education, skills and keeping up-to-date.

Kalam narrates his experience when he was faced with three deaths in his family. He faced failure when the first flight trial of Indian SLV-3 crashed for which Kalam took responsibility as a leader. Kalam describes two visionaries Prof. Dhawan and Dr. Brahm Prakash who mentored him during such days.

Kalam received the Padma Bhushan after SLV-3 was successfully launched. He then moved to rocketry at the Defence Research and Development Organization and successfully introduced the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme for the development of five missiles namely Prithvi, Trishul, Akash, Nag and Agni.

On the successful launch of India’s missile program, Kalam received the Padma Vibhushan. Despite repeated failures faced, Kalam always maintained that failures are seeds of further learning and emphatically believed that India can be a technological leader.

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Wings of Fire is a must read autobiography for those who are looking for an Inspiration in life.

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The book starts off interestingly with a reminiscent narrative of early India & Kalam’s boyhood. Throughout the book, a host of genius people in space research & rocketry have been mentioned in good detail. It also contains inspirational poems written by Kalam and some of his favorite ones.

The authors show us the inner workings of a brilliant mind which not only gave wings to the divine fire but also flew the distance.

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Book Review: Wings of Fire | Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam & Arun Tiwari

'wings of fire' is the autobiography of dr a.p.j. abdul kalam and contains the story of dr kalam’s rise from a middle-class family with great determination.

'Wings of Fire' is the autobiography of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and contains the story of Dr Kalam’s rise from a middle-class family with great determination and his unparalleled career as a defence scientist, culminating in the highest civilian award in India, the Bharat Ratna. The story also contains his journey as the 11th President of India in 2002. The story inspires every individual to achieve dreams with a proper vision towards his/her goal. Ananya Kukreti reviews the book.

Book Name: Wings of Fire

Authors Name: A P J Abdul Kalam, Arun Tiwari

First Published: 1999

Genre: Autobiography

Language: English

One of the best habits a person may have is reading. Reading is a healthy habit. Wings of Fire by Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam, a former Indian president, wrote an autobiography. He wrote it and Mr Arun Tiwari, a well-known missile scientist who was Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam's colleague. Dr Kalam explores his upbringing, struggles, perseverance, good fortune, and chance events that ultimately led him to take charge of India's nuclear and missile programmes and its space exploration efforts.

About the Author

His full name is "Avul Pakir Jainulabeen Abdul Kalam," and he was born and raised in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, on Mosque Street. From 2002 to 2007, he presided as India's eleventh president.

He was a scientist by trade and was highly esteemed throughout India. He was instrumental in the creation of India's missile programme. From modest beginnings in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. In his motivational autobiography "The Wings of Fire," Dr Kalam describes his ascent to success and his life's journey. After the publication of Wings of Fire, a book he co-wrote with Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Arun Tiwari became well-known as a writer. He has co-authored five books with Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam and has written several other publications. He contributed to the missile design. The Cardiovascular Technologies Institute in Hyderabad has had Tiwari as its director. He created the Kalam-Raju stent, for which he was given the Defense Technology Spinoff Award.

About the Book

The life of a straightforward but tenacious person is depicted in this novel. This book contains a wealth of information and positive qualities that everybody can benefit from. It's a comforting and lovely experience to read this book.

This book gives a very thorough explanation of how lofty goals can be realised with straightforward concepts. The writers' advice to always maintain your dream high, and your goal distinct, plan meticulously, and work hard is conveyed in this book.

The protagonist of the tale is the son of a common boat owner who has grown to be India's most illustrious living technocrat. He is warm and fiercely passionate. This book discusses a wide range of topics, including unwavering confidence in God, profound kindness, dealing with life positively, scientific and technical breakthroughs, love for one's nation, and many others. Dr A.P.J Kalam's life experiences, insights, and private moments are all included in the book. It enables us to comprehend his successful career path.

The boy in this tale was born into a typical middle-class family. He was interested in the field of aeronautical engineering. He encountered a lot of difficulties while launching the satellite known as the SLV [Satellite Launching Vehicle], but he managed to show that everything is possible if you keep trying since every failure brings you that much closer to success.

Because he was adamant that every one of us was born with the strength and potential to make a real difference in the world, the author encourages the reader to identify with their inner fire and potential by telling his or her own life experience. The book does a good job of capturing how he motivated himself to pursue his dream and how he went about achieving so much.

The book recalls several tales and anecdotes from his early years, his days in school and college, He claimed that the time spent at the Wallops Flying Facility, NASA, and Langley Research Center attracted a lot of attention.

Tragic personal events have not been overlooked. He has written extensively on the moment he lost his father and how he felt after receiving numerous honours including the Padma Bhushan.

The author, a scientist who significantly aided in the development of the nation's guided missile programme, a ground-breaking effort for the country's security, is the subject of the book's second part. He was given the moniker "Missile Man of India" for good cause.

I hope young people can read this book and be inspired to dream and take risks. It demonstrates how a person with a humble upbringing becomes the first citizen of a country with a billion people.

Everyone may learn something from this book, and it deserves to be read by every Indian. A really thorough explanation of how great things may be accomplished with the help of basic thinking. Constantly keep your dream high, establish clear goals, make meticulous plans, and collaborate with others. If you haven't already, I urge you not to skip reading this fantastic book.

Quote from Wings of Fire ,

“We are all born with a divine fire in us. Our efforts should be to give wings to this fire and fill the world with the glow of its goodness.”

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	Wings of Fire: An Autobiography
	Dr. Abdul Kalam and
	Autobiography
	English / Hindi / Malayalam / Marathi / Odia / Telugu
	1 January 1999
	Universities Press
	180 pages

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The book review on Wings of Fire starts from the book Introduction to the section Pictures. “Wings of Fire” is an amazing book there are a lot of good things to be learned from this book. This is a wonderful book filled with full of inspiration and life lessons, you get to learn a lot of good things from this book. No wonder why Dr. Kalam is popularly remembered as the “Missile Man of India” and “People’s President”.

The book is narrated by Dr. Kalam, On his journey from a small village man to becoming the mission director of the missile program. Throughout the book, Kalam gives an example of great leadership. From his childhood, he ever felt he has got a huge responsibility toward his nation. In this book, he pays a great tribute to all of those who stood by him throughout his journey- his family, teachers, colleagues, friends, his seniors, juniors, and many others.

Book Contents

The book starts with the introduction of Dr. Kalam and ends with 24 photographs associated with the life and work of Dr. Kalam.

Introduction

Dr. Kalam was born on 15 October 1931, He is the son of Jainulabdeen a little educated boat owner in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu.

Kalam has also been awarded Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award,

This is the story of Kalam’s effort in his career as well as the story of AGNI, TRISHUL, and NAG missiles.

Orientation

In this section, he introduces us to his family and his birthplace Rameswaram. He was a great devotee of his father Jainulabdeen and he was also greatly influenced by his close friend Jalaluddin. He was also interested in talking about spiritual matters with his friends and also believed in God or Khuda, he always went to Lord Shiva’s temple with his friends.

Then in the next part, Dr. Kalam introduces his cousin Samsuddin and his school teachers, and all the people. In this section, he also tells us about her educational or career background, he creates all his opportunities on his own.

This part consists of 7 chapters, from chapter 4 to chapter 10, and covers Kalam’s life and work for 17 years. This section covers the year from 1963 to 1980, This period included Kalam national recognition and a pleasant surprise came in the form of Padma Bhushan on 1981 Republic Day.

Propitiation

This Part covers the years 1981 to 1991, This part includes the scientist’s journey towards becoming the “Missile man of India”. In this time of life, Kalam was responsible for the development of the five Missiles: Prithvi, Trishul, Akash, Nag, and Agni.

In the last section, the book has 24 plates with photographs connected with the life and work of Dr. Kalam. If you like the book review of Wings of Fire you can also read the Wings of Fire summary in 250 words.

Wings of Fire Summary

Let’s discuss the Wings of Fire Summary:

Wings of Fire book was written by Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam and Arun Tiwari. Dr. A.P.J examines his early life, struggle, worry, courage, success, and a chance that finally led him to Indian space research, and nuclear and missile programs.

Kalam started his career, after finishing his graduation from Aerospace Engineering at Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) Chennai, at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, and then he was assigned to build a hovercraft model. Then DR. Kalam moved to ISRO and helped establish the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre and guide the first space launch vehicle program.

In the 1990s and early 2000, Kalam moved to the DRDO to lead the Indian nuclear weapons program, with remarkable achievements in thermonuclear weapons development culminating in the operation Smiling Buddha and an Agni (Missile) . Kalam’s last day was 27 July 2015, he died during a speech at the Indian Institute of Management in Shillong, Meghalaya.

Wings of Fire by Dr A P J Abdul Kalam – Review

There are some life-changing books that can transform you into a man of energy. In the time of desperation or in frustration we often fall back to reading and reading the books that can inspire us and give certain motivation to come out of the adverse situation. Some rare books hold these kinds of power that can lift our mental strength to conquer the most difficult battle called ‘LIFE’. Many authors tried many approaches to provide us with the best arguments. Dr A. P. J Abdul Kalam, the former president of India and a visionary to whom India owes an abundance of gratitude, is a great name in the list. He has written his autobiography ‘Wings of Fire’ in which he has discussed more the youths of today rather than his own life. His autobiography is a life changer for students, youths, grown-ups and even elders. He has not written any unpractical thing or any hard psychological theory or lets us slip into the iron-logics making us understand the gravity of life. He rather chose to show us a mirror with humility and normal arguments that we often ignore in our daily life.

About the Author:

Dr A P J Abdul Kalam is known as the missile man of India. Wings of Fire is his autobiography where he talks about his achievements and tries to relate those with common people and make them aware and kindle a light of hope deep inside their hearts. You know why Dr Kalam is so famous. Because he never used to talk about his miseries and struggles rather he talks about what he learned from his failures. He was a passionate learner and a man who never quits trying. He has tasted failures so many times in his life but failures made him even stronger to accomplish the goal.

The Autobiography is a testimony to those hard times that the great man had faced. His childhood, his education and difficulties around it, his struggles to get into a college, his failure to become a pilot and so on… In this book, he tries to connect with the youths of today and guide them towards learning some wonderful lessons. A line that motivates me all the time from his book is, “We are all born with a divine fire in us. Our efforts should be to give wings to this fire”. We all have the potential to do something and create something bigger. We need wings to fly and our wings will be hard work, honesty, patience, calmness and energy of never-ending.

His life is like an open book which anybody can take a glimpse and learn something new every time. Desire is like a current that flows constantly in our mind and awakes us always to achieve something. Dreams are not those which we see while sleeping. True dreams are those which never let us sleep.

Wings of Fire ignites the minds of Indian youths to make India even stronger in the field of technology. It proposes an India that is strong, on its own and fully-equipped to lead the world towards peace and a common goal of global harmony. Kalam’s book is a must-read for teenagers, especially! Teenage is the period that shapes the life of a people and if teenagers are inspired by the visions of Dr Kalam, we can safely trust the India of the future!

Conclusion:

Dr Kalam is an inspiration for youth across the world. He has shown how we can change our fate through hard work. He was a great nationalist, patriot and a brave son of mother India. The book is not just the journey of Dr Kalam but also it’s the journey of Agni, Prithvi, Akash, Trishul and Nag-missiles that have become household names in India and that have raised the nation to the level of a missile power of international reckoning. And the autobiography of this great and brave person who has made India a world power in missiles works must be read by as many people as possible. Let’s get into the depths of failures of Dr Kalam and learn how he managed to get out of all this and lead our nation into the future that we live today! A must-read book for the Indian youths.

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Book Review: Wings Of Fire

This book is an autobiography of a rocket scientist, a visionary, the only “king among the pawns”, the missile man and 11 th president of India (2002-07) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam popularly known as people’s president. “Wings of fire” is one such autobiography of a person who had the courage to dream big and the passion to keep striving till they are achieved. The book gives best insight about the life of a small town boy who dreamt to make India strong and prosperous – a DEVELOPED Nation and gave us “Vision 2020”.

The book is a journey of dreams, hopes, successes and failures. The life of this great personality was none different than the normal person, only thing different was how he perceive the world around him and how he’s willing to go that little extra to achieve his dreams, how he’s willing to sacrifice for common good and how he never forgets who he really is (some qualities common to visionaries and great men like him). This book gives confidence to Indians that ‘we can do and we can do from India’.

It is story of courage, inspiration leadership and motivation. The book tells us how important it is to value the people around us in order to grow as a person. The book talks about the millions of people who have contributed to the life of Mr. Kalam, which tells us that a great personality is just not one person but a collective effort of many.

The book is also the journey of India’s technological advancement, lists how the success and failures were the integral part of the missions. Though there was a lot of hue and cry from the nation about huge money being pumped in for war purposes when half of the nation is below the poverty line. I too thought that such kind of advancement brings no good. But this book gives a scientist’s point of view and I realized that sometimes it is necessary to solve the puzzle to complete the picture. The hardest battles are those when you are fighting with your own family and indeed the scientists were fighting for a cause for which the nation gave them the least support. Through this book, Mr. Kalam states that missiles were not build to bring war but to become self reliant, to show the world that one cannot rule over others just because they are superior in warfare. This book is not a story of self praise or personal feat but about a person who had the fire in him to give his dreams wings to fly. Through this book he wants the youth to know that no efforts can go waste, no goals can remain unfulfilled and no life can be ordinary. Each of us needs to realize our potential, give away the feeling of being inferior and fight our own battles in order to fly high up in the sky with our WINGS OF FIRE!!!!!

Filled with great anecdotes and the lines of the poems that he loves or has written, one among the many lines in the book that is truly motivating:-

“So when your hopes and dreams and goals are dashed, search among the wreckage, you may find a golden opportunity hidden in the ruins.”

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Dr. kalam rose from humble beginnings in south india to create india’s nuclear arsenal and also became the president of the country. read the wings of fire book review to know more about the life and work of dr. apj abdul kalam., table of contents, about the writer, about the book, final thoughts, key takeaways.

‘Wings of fire’ is the autobiography of former Indian president Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Dr. Abdul Kalam and his colleague, a well-known scientist, Mr. Arun Tiwari co-authored the book. Dr. Kalam analyses his early life, struggle, adversity, bravery, luck, and the unique opportunity that led him to command India’s space research, nuclear, and missile projects.

‘Avul Pakir Jainulabeen Abdul Kalam’ is the full name of Dr. Kalam and he was born and raised on Mosque Street in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. He was India’s 11th President (2002-2007).

He was a physicist by profession who played a key part in creating the country’s missile program. From humble beginnings in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu to serving as president of India, Dr. Kalam narrates his life’s ascent and fall in his inspirational autobiography ‘The Wings of Fire.’

Arun Tiwari rose to prominence as an author after writing Wings of Fire with Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam. He has published several books, including five with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.

He was also involved in the design of the missiles with Dr. Kalam. Mr. Tiwari was the director of Hyderabad’s Cardiovascular Technology Institute. He received the Defence Technology Spinoff Award for creating the Kalam-Raju stent.

The book depicts the life of a simple but resolute individual. It contains a wealth of information that anyone will benefit from. Reading this book can be a joyful and lovely experience.

The book is a detailed explanation of how great things can be accomplished with mindfulness. This book offers the reader the thought that you should always maintain your dreams high, your goals clear, prepare meticulously, and work hard.

The book includes many stories and experiences from his childhood, school, and college years. He wrote extensively about his time at the Langley Research Center, NASA, and Wallops flight facility.

Personal tragedies are not ignored in this book. He has written extensively on the moment he lost his father and his struggles as a student from an economically backward family.

He has also written about his achievements in developing ballistic missiles and launch vehicle technology. As well as how he felt when he received numerous awards, including the Padma Bhushan.

The second part of the book is about Dr. Kalam, a scientist who made a substantial contribution to the development of the country’s guided missile program, a pioneering endeavor for national security. He was dubbed the ‘Missile Man of India’ due to his contribution to space research.

‘Wings of fire’ is best suited for school and college students, teenagers who want to dream, dare, and achieve all their goals. It demonstrates how a person from a humble background becomes the first citizen of a nation of one billion people.

This book contains something for everyone and can benefit every Indian who has a vision for a bright future.

‘Wings of fire’ is an extensive explanation of how great things can be accomplished by working hard and doing your best.

Former Indian President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s autobiography is titled ‘Wings of Fire.’ It was written by Dr. Abdul Kalam and Mr. Arun Tiwari, a well-known missile scientist, and colleague of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.
Dr. Kalam’s remarkable autobiography ‘The Wings of Fire’ chronicles his life’s ascension from humble origins in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu to serving as President of India.
Wings of Fire is best suited for high school and college students who desire to dream, dare, and achieve all of their life goals. It shows how a person from a low-income family becomes the first citizen of a nation of one billion people.

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Wings of Fire Summary And Themes by Abdul Kalam

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Wings of Fire Summary by Abdul Kalam, What is the summary of the Wings of Fire by APJ Abdul Kalam?, What is the main theme of Wings of Fire?, Who is the main character in Wings of Fire?, Wings of Fire is a life narrative written in autobiographical form by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the eleventh President of India and a distinguished aerospace engineer. The book, which Arun Tiwari co-wrote, offers details on Kalam’s upbringing, schooling, professional background, and involvement in India’s space and defense initiatives. The story, which was published in 1999, effectively conveys Kalam’s journey from a lowly upbringing to prominence as a statesman and visionary scientist.

Wings of Fire Summary:

Early Life and Education: Abdul Kalam was born in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, in 1931, into a modest family. His father, Jainulabdeen, was a boat owner and an imam at a local mosque. Despite the financial constraints, Kalam’s parents instilled in him strong values of honesty, hard work, and compassion. The young Kalam had an early fascination with flight, and he was inspired by the sight of birds soaring in the sky.

Kalam’s educational journey began at Schwartz Higher Secondary School in Ramanathapuram. His keen interest in science and mathematics led him to pursue a degree in aeronautical engineering. He gained admission to the Madras Institute of Technology, where he excelled in his studies. Wings of Fire Summary And Themes by Abdul Kalam

Career in Aerospace Engineering: After completing his education, Kalam joined the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) and later the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). His contributions to the development of India’s missile systems, particularly the Agni and Prithvi missiles, established him as a leading scientist in the field of aerospace engineering.

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The narrative delves into the challenges faced by Kalam and his team during the missile development programs, including technological hurdles, financial constraints, and international pressures. Despite setbacks, Kalam’s perseverance and leadership skills played a crucial role in the success of these projects.

Presidency and Beyond: The book also covers Kalam’s tenure as the President of India from 2002 to 2007. It explores his vision for the nation, his interactions with people from various walks of life, and his efforts to inspire the youth. Kalam’s presidency is marked by his emphasis on education, innovation, and the idea of transforming India into a developed nation by 2020. Wings of Fire Summary And Themes by Abdul Kalam

The narrative goes beyond Kalam’s presidency to capture his post-presidential life, where he continued to engage with students, educators, and professionals. Kalam’s commitment to nurturing scientific temper, creativity, and ethical leadership shines through as he shares anecdotes and experiences from his various roles.

Wings of Fire Themes:

A recurring theme in “Wings of Fire” is the transformative power of education and knowledge. Kalam’s journey from a small town to the corridors of prestigious institutions underscores the importance of education in shaping an individual’s destiny.
Kalam’s life is a testament to resilience and perseverance. From facing financial challenges to overcoming technical obstacles in missile development, Kalam’s unwavering commitment to his goals serves as an inspiration.
The book emphasizes the significance of effective leadership and teamwork in achieving ambitious goals. Kalam’s leadership style, marked by inclusivity and collaboration, played a crucial role in the success of India’s missile programs.
Kalam’s deep sense of patriotism and commitment to national service is a central theme. His dedication to advancing India’s technological capabilities, particularly in defense and space, reflects a profound love for the country.
The narrative celebrates the spirit of scientific inquiry and innovation. Kalam’s contributions to missile technology highlight the importance of pushing boundaries, embracing challenges, and fostering a culture of innovation.
Throughout the book, Kalam emphasizes the importance of ethical leadership. His commitment to integrity, honesty, and moral values serves as a guiding principle in both personal and professional spheres.
An overarching theme is Kalam’s dedication to empowering the youth. He envisions a future where young minds contribute to the nation’s progress through education, innovation, and ethical leadership.
Kalam’s vision for India as a developed nation by 2020 is a driving force in the narrative. The book explores his ideas for achieving this vision, encompassing technological advancements, education reform, and societal transformation.

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s “Wings of Fire” is more than just an autobiography; it’s a journey through the life of a visionary leader who profoundly influenced Indian politics and science. The book ends on a positive note and issues a challenge to the next generation of leaders to further the advancement of their country. The life story of Abdul Kalam is a tribute to the enduring spirit of patriotism, the transformative power of education, and the significance of resilience and moral leadership. Wings of Fire Summary And Themes by Abdul Kalam

The narrative takes readers on a compelling journey—from Kalam’s humble beginnings in Rameswaram to his pivotal role in India’s missile programs and ultimately to the presidency. The themes of education, perseverance, leadership, and national service are interwoven, creating a narrative that inspires readers to strive for excellence and contribute to the betterment of society.Wings of Fire Summary by Abdul Kalam, What is the summary of the Wings of Fire by APJ Abdul Kalam?, What is the main theme of Wings of Fire?, Who is the main character in Wings of Fire?,

Kalam’s vision for a developed India by 2020, as outlined in the book, remains a guiding light for many, encouraging individuals to embrace innovation, scientific inquiry, and a strong ethical foundation. The book’s conclusion leaves readers with a sense of responsibility and a belief in the power of individuals to shape their destinies and contribute to the progress of their nation.

1. What is the main message of “Wings of Fire”?

The main message of “Wings of Fire” revolves around the transformative power of education, resilience in the face of challenges, ethical leadership, and a deep sense of patriotism. Abdul Kalam’s life story serves as an inspiration for readers to pursue excellence and contribute to the progress of their nation.

2. How does “Wings of Fire” inspire the youth?

The book inspires the youth by highlighting Abdul Kalam’s journey from a modest background to becoming a renowned scientist and the President of India. Kalam’s emphasis on education, innovation, and ethical leadership encourages young readers to aspire to greatness and contribute positively to society.

3. What role does education play in the book?

Education is a central theme in “Wings of Fire.” Kalam’s life is shaped by his passion for learning, and he emphasizes the transformative impact of education on individuals and the nation. The book underscores the importance of education in unlocking human potential and driving societal progress.

4. How does Abdul Kalam view leadership?

Abdul Kalam views leadership as a collaborative and ethical endeavor. Throughout the book, he emphasizes the importance of inclusive leadership, teamwork, and integrity. Kalam’s leadership style, marked by humility and a commitment to service, serves as a model for aspiring leaders.

5. What is Kalam’s vision for India in “Wings of Fire”?

Kalam envisions India as a developed nation by 2020. His vision encompasses advancements in technology, education reform, and societal transformation. The book outlines Kalam’s ideas for achieving this vision and calls on the youth to actively contribute to the nation’s progress.

6. How does Abdul Kalam’s background influence his perspective?

Abdul Kalam’s humble background in Rameswaram and his upbringing in a close-knit family deeply influence his perspective. The values of honesty, hard work, and compassion instilled by his parents shape his character and contribute to his commitment to service and nation-building.

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The book Wings of Fire , the autobiography of A P J Abdul Kalam constitutes an extraordinary reading for all ages. There is something that everybody can extract from this book. In this book, the authors tell us the story of a young Muslim boy who has big dreams about his future and what inspires him to become an eminent scientist. This real story tells us the role of family, relatives and friends in helping a person in achieving his goals. Apart from the very indicative title, the chapters of the book are also touching –orientation, creation, propitiation, and contemplation.

Orientation contains 32 years of his early life – days as a child, going through adolescence and getting into rocketry. His description of the people, who shaped his life, interweaving religion and education, is a charming part of the book that almost nobody would miss reading.

Chapter 2 entitled ‘Creation’ describing the next seventeen years till 1980 covers his struggle at ISRO going from one-engineer-amongst-many to the successful project director of SLV bringing pride to the nation through the technological achievement of putting a satellite in the orbit.

The next ten years are set out in chapter 3. These constitute the outstanding accomplishments at DRDL. The way he transformed the laboratory from one which had a weak heart with little confidence to one which felt a sense of strong self-esteem and could feel proud by contributing developed missile systems to the services, is a remarkable saga.

The last chapter entitled ‘Contemplation’ contains a condensation of ideas and thoughts arising out of his colourful life, the awards that he received (the highest honour, namely Bharata Ratna that he received does not find a mention in this book) and some messages for the future generation.

The author through this book and the various chapters builds a quick rapport with the reader, who is spellbound. It stresses on the point that the youth should not get disheartened by failures. According to him, source of hidden knowledge is within us, with whom we should communicate. It is an inspirational book for everyone, especially the youth, with a message not to get bogged down in life, due to personal tragedies and setbacks in professional life.

Prof. Jharna Lulla

Faculty Economics and Placement Officer

International School of Management Excellence

The author of the article is Prof. Jharna Lulla, faculty at International School of Management Excellence, Navi Mumbai. She has done her Masters in Economics and PGDM. She has extensive experience in Industry before moving to academics. Prof. Jharna is currently writing a book on Macro Economics and is a prolific writer in journals and magazines.

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Wings of Fire is the autobiography of former Indian president and eminent scientist Late APJ Kalam. The book is co-written by Arun Tiwari.

Dr Kalam’s took the reins at Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) and the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and inspired generations through some of the most innovative, and breathtaking scientific feats of independent India.

The book starts with a homage to his parents and in particular to his mother Kalam named ‘My mother’. The book opens into four distinct parts named as

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Orientation.

It also covers his early education leading up to his graduation in aeronautical engineering degree from the Madras Institute of Technology.

He hailed from a working-class Tamil Muslim family and the book is an interesting peek into the harmonious commingling of Hindus and Muslims of India celebrating the multi-ethnic, multi-religious and composite wealth India.

The next part concentrated on his progress as a man of science and innovation. It revolves around his work with defence and space projects.

Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) became his first employers after completing his education as he was given a project on hovercrafts.

He would go on to be part of several important satellite launches during his stint with DRDO with the crowning jewel being the Project Director of SLV-III, India�s first indigenous Satellite Launch Vehicle (1980).

Propitiation

He even produced healthcare products using the same missile technology. He earned his moniker of �Missile-man of India� for his achievement in this phase of his life. His insistence on a participative model of management was based on bringing the best out of every person. It made him a scientist with a soul.

Contemplation

As ex-officio chairman of the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Cabinet (SAC-C), he went to chart out a vision of India 2020 as the World welcomed the new millennium.

A common man�s journey to the orbit of success and commendation, the autobiography is widely considered one of the most inspiring of its time.

It is the message of the book wings of fire and it is something that young readers of his autobiography must ponder over.

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Wings of fire is written by APJ Abdul kalam and Arun tiwari. Wings of fire is an autobiography of APJ Abdul kalam covering his early life and his work in Indian space research and missile programs .It is the story if a boy from a humble background who went on to beacame a key player on Idian space research and later he became the president of India. The book has been very popular India as well as all over the world . It was very engaging initially but tended to drag a bit towards the end with a lot of technical details and information of space researchresearch and missile project.

I loved the initial chapter of “wings of fire” Since it gives a great pictures of our country during 1930-1950 . Kalam sir was born in Ramasweram. The initial chapter provide a great glimpse of religious harmony that existed during the partition of India. In younger year, kalam wanted to be an officer of air force , however he couldn’t clear the interview. Then, he met Swami sivananda after this failure and I found the words very interesting as well as prophetic.

In the book I learnt how kalam started his career in Aeronautical development establishement and also involved in designing of the hovercraft. Later ,he moved to Indian space research which ws the brain child Vikram sarabhai . In 1963 kalam went to NASA facility in USA ( Maryland) as part if a training program of rocket launching techniques. There he came across a painting which depicts Tipu sultan rocket warfare against British.

The book covers lot of ‘Behind the scenes’ information and technical details about missile program and Indian satellitesatellite, ( SLV – 3, prithvi, agni, Akash, thrishul, nag etc. ) Space and missile program are a huge project and managi g them is extremely challenge. The book does give a clear glimpse of the participatory management technique adopted by APJ Abdul kalam. But it had not be explained in the book.

Wings of fire covers klaam sir personal life only briefly which is strange fir an autobiography . Kalam sir is a poet and I am a huge fan of his poetry. The book contain many of his poem and some of the words and phrases get attached with my heart.

Through wings of fire, I had seen many great personality Vikram sarabhai and Dr. Brahm prakash . The book also contain almost 23 photos. While seeing that photo and kalam’s poetry I fell to be very proud and I wanted kalam sir be live.

One of the thing that stands through out the book is kalam’s positive thinking. He held many high rankings in various organization . The secret to his success seems to his ability to ignore negative things around him. The book also gives the popularity of India .

“APJ Abdul kalam was simple , secular inspiring humanitarian”

Review Submitted by Devika S, Class 9B, Kendriya Vidyalaya Adoor, Shift1

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