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Binding
Hardback
Number of Pages
216
Language
English
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Book Summary
This non-fiction collection offers fifty eminent Indians (and one Pakistani) in concise, portrait-like biographies drawn from a wide spectrum of backgrounds and professions. Published to mark a milestone in the nation’s history, it honors the people who helped shape the country’s course through integrity, talent, and public service. It’s written for curious readers of history, biography, and culture who want to understand how remarkable individuals contribute to a shared national story with warmth, respect, and insight.
The profiles unfold as concise, portrait-like narratives weaving personal anecdotes with historical context. Each sketch distills a lifetime of achievement into a readable snapshot, drawn from interviews, public records, and the author’s own observations. The collection covers concepts such as historical context, leadership, ethics, and social impact, all presented in accessible language that makes learning feel like a conversation rather than a lecture. The result is reflective, engaging storytelling that invites readers to consider how integrity, perseverance, and public service have shaped modern India.
After finishing, readers gain a richer appreciation for the varied contributions that formed modern India, along with renewed curiosity about the people who shape our world. The collection builds respect, expands historical perspective, and leaves a lasting impression of inspiration and reflection.
Product Details
Author
Khushwant Singh
Publisher
aleph book company
Number of Pages
216
Language
English
Dimensions
198x 129 x 1 cm
Binding
Hardback
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Khushwant Singh Was India’S Best-Known Writer And Columnist. He Was Founder-Editor Of Yojana And Editor Of The Illustrated Weekly Of India, The National Herald And Hindustan Times. He Was A Member Of Parliament From 1980 To 1986. He Was Awarded The Padma Bhushan In 1974 But Returned The Decoration In 19984 In Protest Against The Storming Of The Golden Temple In Amritsar By The Indian Army. In 2007 He Was Awarded The Padma Vibhushan. He Passed Away In 2014 At The Age Of Ninety-Nine.