Just put down my very own copy of erstwhile president Avul Pakeer Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam's magnum opus "Turning Points" and one is surely inclined towards terming it an eye opener, blue print for the future and a journey both individual as well as collective that will take India to the much coveted developed nation status by 2020 and beyond........
Turning Points is essentially the sequel to or second instalment of "Wings of Fire" and takes off from where the earlier book had ended or culminated; it amalgamates little known details of Mr. Kalam's momentous career and eventful presidency and also includes minute details of controversies that were hidden from the public eye till now.........
The same not only offers a ringside view and rare and insightful vignettes of an extraordinary and delightful personality, but also puts forth a vision and blue print of how a country that finds itself at the crossroads can transform itself through accomplishments both individual as well as collective, skills and abilities and above all sheer dint of effort, perseverance and indomitable confidence........
My personal favourite section or then should I say take away from this inspiring and soul stirring treatise are the following lines on COURAGE:
Courage to think different,
Courage to invent,
Courage to travel on an unexplored path,
Courage to discover the impossible,
Courage to combat the problems and succeed,
are the unique qualities of youth,
As a youth of my nation,
I will work and work with courage to achieve success
in all the missions.......
Turning Points also thoughtfully includes a selection of vivid, colourful and self explanatory photographs of Mr. Kalam with various dignitaires, his favourites' children of all shapes, sizes and hues, Mr. kalam in various moods and at various stages of his life and last but not the least highlights the quirks and eccentricities of this effervescent personality........
A sheer delight and connoiseur's pick, this book is one that you certainly one that you can't afford to miss, a must read for every self respecting Indian and all those who fervently believe in the dictum, " ask not what your country can do for you, instead ask what you can do for your beloved country", this is one book that you will surely love lapping up.......
So what are you waiting for, go to your friendly neighbourhood book shop and lay your hands on this piece or then should I say 'tour de force" of sheer inspiration, get inspired, find your feet, realise your responsibilities towards your society and nation and keep inspiring others as you embark on this journey of self realisation.......
The book is a steal at it's cover price of Rs. 225/- and costs around 20 to 30% lesser than the cover price if you order your copy on line through either flipkart or homeshop18; so do yourself and your loved one's a favour and get your copy of this marvel without any further ado.......Good reading and glad tidings........
Turning Points is essentially the sequel to or second instalment of "Wings of Fire" and takes off from where the earlier book had ended or culminated; it amalgamates little known details of Mr. Kalam's momentous career and eventful presidency and also includes minute details of controversies that were hidden from the public eye till now.........
The same not only offers a ringside view and rare and insightful vignettes of an extraordinary and delightful personality, but also puts forth a vision and blue print of how a country that finds itself at the crossroads can transform itself through accomplishments both individual as well as collective, skills and abilities and above all sheer dint of effort, perseverance and indomitable confidence........
My personal favourite section or then should I say take away from this inspiring and soul stirring treatise are the following lines on COURAGE:
Courage to think different,
Courage to invent,
Courage to travel on an unexplored path,
Courage to discover the impossible,
Courage to combat the problems and succeed,
are the unique qualities of youth,
As a youth of my nation,
I will work and work with courage to achieve success
in all the missions.......
Turning Points also thoughtfully includes a selection of vivid, colourful and self explanatory photographs of Mr. Kalam with various dignitaires, his favourites' children of all shapes, sizes and hues, Mr. kalam in various moods and at various stages of his life and last but not the least highlights the quirks and eccentricities of this effervescent personality........
A sheer delight and connoiseur's pick, this book is one that you certainly one that you can't afford to miss, a must read for every self respecting Indian and all those who fervently believe in the dictum, " ask not what your country can do for you, instead ask what you can do for your beloved country", this is one book that you will surely love lapping up.......
So what are you waiting for, go to your friendly neighbourhood book shop and lay your hands on this piece or then should I say 'tour de force" of sheer inspiration, get inspired, find your feet, realise your responsibilities towards your society and nation and keep inspiring others as you embark on this journey of self realisation.......
The book is a steal at it's cover price of Rs. 225/- and costs around 20 to 30% lesser than the cover price if you order your copy on line through either flipkart or homeshop18; so do yourself and your loved one's a favour and get your copy of this marvel without any further ado.......Good reading and glad tidings........
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