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Anand Ranganathan
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Binding
Hardback
Number of Pages
560
Language
English
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Book Summary
Forgotten Heroes Of Indian Science (Hb) brings to life the remarkable stories of India's scientists who transformed medicine, forensics, and holistic healing. This hardcover journey blends biography with historical context, inviting readers who enjoy science, history, and inspiring true stories. From students and hobby historians to curious readers with a passion for understanding how breakthroughs happen, this book offers an uplifting, educational, and reverent exploration of perseverance and discovery.
Forgotten Heroes Of Indian Science (Hb) unfolds as a series of intimate biographical portraits set against the sociocultural currents of their times. The writing is warm and accessible, blending narrative flair with careful research to reveal how each figure navigated obstacles, funding, and the world around them. You'll discover why Upendranath Brahmachari's drug against Kala-Azar mattered, how Ram Nath Chopra drew on ancient Ayurvedic wisdom to treat seizures and high blood pressure, and how Azizul Haque and Hem Chandra Bose helped pioneer a fingerprint cipher that attracted the attention of Scotland Yard and inspired elements in Arthur Conan Doyle’s The Sign of the Four. Yellapragada Subbarow's five monumental discoveries are presented not just as milestones, but as human stories of curiosity, collaboration, and courage. It’s more than a history of science—it's a celebration of how ordinary people become extraordinary through dedication, humility, and a stubborn belief in the power of knowledge.
After finishing Forgotten Heroes Of Indian Science (Hb), readers carry a renewed sense of wonder about India's scientific legacy and the humble, persistent curiosity that drives discovery. The book invites you to value knowledge, think critically, and pursue contributions to the world with integrity and humility.
Product Details
Author
Anand Ranganathan
Publisher
Penguin Ebury Press
Number of Pages
560
Language
English
SKU
BK0528330
ISBN
9780670096282
Dimensions
2 x 14 x 22 cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 999
₹ 849
15% Off