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I had lunch with a group of research students and went back to class. As I was returning to my rooms in the evening the vice-chancellor, Prof. Kalanidhi, fell in step with me. Someone had been frantically tr It was like any other day on the Anna University campus in Chennai. I had delivered a lecture 'Vision to Mission' and the session got extended from one hour to two. I had lunch with a group of research students and went back to class.

As I was returning to my rooms in the evening the vice-chancellor, Prof. Kalanidhi, fell in step with me.

Someone had been frantically trying to get in touch with me through the day, he said. Indeed, the phone was ringing when I entered the room. When I answered, a voice at the other end said, 'The prime minister wants to talk with you.' Some months earlier, I had left my post as principal scientific adviser to the government of India, a Cabinet-level post, to return to teaching. Now, as I spoke to the PM, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, my life was set for an unexpected change.

Turning Points takes up the incredible Kalam story from where Wings of Fire left off. It brings together details from his career and presidency that are not generally known as he speaks out for the first time on certain points of controversy. It offers insight not only into an extraordinary personality but also a vision of how a country with a great heritage can become great in accomplishment, skills and abilities through effort, perseverance and confidence. It is a continuing saga, above all, of a journey, individual and collective, that will take India to 2020 and beyond as a developed nation.

Will I be able to put in words how long I've had to wait before I could grab my copy of this book? Moreover, when its a book revealing the life of the only idol in your life and the person you so respect and value. Few months ago, I'd read in the article on ndtv.com that Dr. Kalam was writing his next book named 'The Turning Points' and I knew I had to get the book. Simply because his books are such an abundance of experience and knowledge.

'The Turning Points' is a sequel to 'Wings of Fire' an in Will I be able to put in words how long I've had to wait before I could grab my copy of this book? Moreover, when its a book revealing the life of the only idol in your life and the person you so respect and value.

Few months ago, I'd read in the article on ndtv.com that Dr. Kalam was writing his next book named 'The Turning Points' and I knew I had to get the book. Simply because his books are such an abundance of experience and knowledge. 'The Turning Points' is a sequel to 'Wings of Fire' an internationally acclaimed book showcasing the achievements and dearths in the life of Former Indian President and Nuclear Scientist Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam. It revolves around Dr.

Kalam's mission of India 2020 and the efforts imperative to achieve it. It gives an insight into the life of the most admired Dr. Kalam after 1992 laying focus on the many controversies that took a stand during his period as President of India. In his autobiography; Wings of Fire, Dr.

Kalam has covered significant portion of his life from childhood, to schooling, to his career as a scientist encompassing every bit of detail for the readers. The sequel book - The Turning Points, throws light on his life as The President of India from 2002 to 2007 which he illustrates narrating his motives and vision for a developed India through his mission India 2020. The book is descriptive of his activities and travels made to realize his dream; set aside parameters for people from different backgrounds and positions toward achieving the goal of 'India - A Developed Nation'. What I liked about the book is that it not only portrays Dr.

Kalam's personal life but also his love for the nation urging citizens of the country to step up and contribute their best toward the nation's progress. How every single one of us can make the difference seen and felt with constant determined efforts and with a high level of confidence and perseverance. Though the book is not as awe-inspiring as 'Wings of Fire' is, it nevertheless gives an idea about the practical approach to Mission India 2020 in a detailed manner. There's a lot to learn and imbibe from his personal experiences as illustrated in the book and most certainly can help to change the way we look at life and challenges. A sure recommendation to everyone. I have been an avid reader in all kind of story books. But this book by Dr.Kalam has wooed my eyes when I encountered the excerpts of this book in 'The Hindu'.

I was totally surprised with Dr.Kalam's abundance of knowledge in multitudes of field. Hailing from the scientist background, he discusses more about political and economical developments in our country. During his tenure as 'president', he has filled the vaccuum for the post, created by earlier beaureocrats. After taking the oath of pr I have been an avid reader in all kind of story books. But this book by Dr.Kalam has wooed my eyes when I encountered the excerpts of this book in 'The Hindu'. I was totally surprised with Dr.Kalam's abundance of knowledge in multitudes of field.

Hailing from the scientist background, he discusses more about political and economical developments in our country. During his tenure as 'president', he has filled the vaccuum for the post, created by earlier beaureocrats. After taking the oath of president, Dr.Kalam has travelled to 21 different states in India, with in the span of 10 Months. All his speaches were inspiring and has transformed many youths to work for Mission 2020. It is unbelievable to figure out with the numbers, that,he had addressed 1.5 Million people and have influenced them in all aspects of life. His indomitable spirit in working for Mission 2020 is much seen in his speaches. We have 50 Million of youth population and if all of them are influenced by Dr.Kalam's Mission, each one of our's contribution, may that be a smaller one too, will fill the vaccuum and can step ahead in becoming the developed nation in the year 2020.

He has created the outline for achieving the mission and laid out several measures which could be a strong foundation for attaining the destiny. I was so impressed with some his innovative measures. To name a few, the concept of PURA.

As our country faces a severe problem of people migrating form rural to urban areas, there was a tremendous demand in Man Power in Agriculture. The main purpose of the migration is that they couldn't see ample choices to have their daily living with the basic ameneties they needed. Even though Agriculture contributes a major share in our GDP. Our farmers can't live their life solely depending on the income generated from agriculture. Also most of them employ the seasonal crops, it is highly difficult for them to compromise with their living standards with this feeble income. As they don't find any other trading opportunities they migrate to urban areas to get the living back.In order to cater this issue, Dr.Kalam has designed a concept of PURA.

That means Providing Urban Amenities to Rural Areas. PURA groups has been established all over the India. The main function of the PURA Society is to build the infrastructure with in the villages from State and Central funds and to bridge the gap for bringing more trade opportunities to them. This will limit the number of migrations happening in the existing system. Another innovative concept which amused me is 'Energy Independence'. Woking with Bio technology scientists, he has brought the concept of Bio Diesel to the limelight.

There is a plant called 'Jatropha'. This extraction is a powerful substituent for Diesel and thus achieving the energy independence. Dr.Kalam has drawn multiple measures in the verge of working for Mission 2020. I wish if every one of us start working towards the objective, we will realise that we are not far behind the destiny and it is in the arm reaching distance. It is full of unnecessary technical details and he talks a lot about Information Technology, Bio-Informatics, Photonics, Microelectronics and Nano-Technology and stuffs like that. I expected a little bit more material from Social-Sciences perspective - especially Politics and inside story of Functions of Rashtrapati Bhawan. I admit, Wings of Fire, Vision 2020 and even Ignited Minds were much more influential and inspirational!

Its very plain and full of lectures without attractive writing sty It is full of unnecessary technical details and he talks a lot about Information Technology, Bio-Informatics, Photonics, Microelectronics and Nano-Technology and stuffs like that. I expected a little bit more material from Social-Sciences perspective - especially Politics and inside story of Functions of Rashtrapati Bhawan. I admit, Wings of Fire, Vision 2020 and even Ignited Minds were much more influential and inspirational! Its very plain and full of lectures without attractive writing style. I agree that its an autobiography, not a novel, but even a few autobiographies I know are very interesting (for example, Harivansh Rai Bacchan's autobiography in 4 volumes in Hindi which received Sarswati Award).

The book has been written without any plot, without paying any attention to character (though, real) development and without any Start, Conflict, Climax and End!! I can write the essence of whole book on a Post-Card! 'Turning Points: A Journey Through Challenges': It was like any other day on the Anna University campus in Chennai. I had delivered a lecture Vision to Mission and the session got extended from one hour to two. I had lunch with a group of research students and went back to class. As I was returning to my rooms in the evening the vice- chancellor, Prof.

Kalanidhi, fell in step with me. Someone had been frantically trying to get in touch with me through the day, he said. Indeed, the phone was rin 'Turning Points: A Journey Through Challenges': It was like any other day on the Anna University campus in Chennai. I had delivered a lecture Vision to Mission and the session got extended from one hour to two.

Indeed, the phone was ringing when I entered the room. When I answered, a voice at the other end said, The prime minister wants to talk with you. Some months earlier, I had left my post as principal scientific adviser to the government of India, a Cabinet-level post, to return to teaching. Now, as I spoke to the PM, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, my life was set for an unexpected change.

It is a continuing saga, above all, of a journey, individual and collective, that will take India to 2020 and beyond as a developed nation. This book is all about Kalam's mission India 2020 and his effort to achieve that mission when he was president. I liked this book very much as it show how he is dedicated to make India supreme guiding and capable nation.i am sure many people will gets tired just reading his work during his lifetime but Kalam never.this book helped me know what a president could do.i must say every politician (Indian) should read this book and learn what is devotion and passion to work for nation or even This book is all about Kalam's mission India 2020 and his effort to achieve that mission when he was president.

I liked this book very much as it show how he is dedicated to make India supreme guiding and capable nation.i am sure many people will gets tired just reading his work during his lifetime but Kalam never.this book helped me know what a president could do.i must say every politician (Indian) should read this book and learn what is devotion and passion to work for nation or even humanity.i am saying humanity as this book mention some points related to that. I hope if 20% of our parliamentarian become just follower of Kalam then India's fate will change.Salute to u sir.I recomment everybody to read this.as i am sure there are enough in this book that will help everyone.

A good book that shows the life of a President that India loved, sheds light on the decisions he made that were considered controversial and inspires the leader in one. Not a book for a casual reader, for sure, they might complain it's boring.

I feel Kalam uplifted the position of President of India with his initiatives during his tenure. Something that is a challenge to meet for any of the later presidents. One reason I could easily read this book was because Kalam has been an inspiration to me t A good book that shows the life of a President that India loved, sheds light on the decisions he made that were considered controversial and inspires the leader in one. Not a book for a casual reader, for sure, they might complain it's boring.

I feel Kalam uplifted the position of President of India with his initiatives during his tenure. Something that is a challenge to meet for any of the later presidents.

One reason I could easily read this book was because Kalam has been an inspiration to me through his two earlier books - Ignited Minds and Wings of Fire, and this being a sequel to Wings, I could easily connect the dots. Turning point: a journey through challenges is all about Dr kalams presidency and the book is less like an autobiography and more like a blueprint for his India Vision 2020. We miss out on an ‘autobiography’ of Kalam, and instead read about his vision for India and what measures he took during his presidency to realize some of them.

He has discussed the various ideas he has got to develop India, from his interactions with people from all spheres—students, children, scientists etc. To make Judi turning point: a journey through challenges is all about Dr kalams presidency and the book is less like an autobiography and more like a blueprint for his India Vision 2020. We miss out on an ‘autobiography’ of Kalam, and instead read about his vision for India and what measures he took during his presidency to realize some of them. He has discussed the various ideas he has got to develop India, from his interactions with people from all spheres—students, children, scientists etc.

To make Judiciary, Parliament, and Executive in India more efficient in their functioning, and all suggestions are given in ‘points’ like in textbooks. Kalam’s ideas for development are very innovative and I am sure no one else in our country has suggested methods like his. This book is very motivating and inspiring and once you start reading you won’t be able to keep it down. This is not exactly a review. It's what i learned about Dr.

Kalam after reading Turning Points.I just finished reading Turning Points by Dr. Abdul Kalam, India’s Ex-President and the one of the most inspiring person on the planet. Vogue Paris Collections Pdf Viewer. This book is a sequel to Wings of Fire by the same.

Kalam after reading Turning Points.I just finished reading Turning Points by Dr. Abdul Kalam, India’s Ex-President and the one of the most inspiring person on the planet. This book is a sequel to Wings of Fire by the same.

This book takes the readers to the journey of Dr. Kalam as the President of India. A brief description of his last day as president is sufficient in explaining how busy and focused his tenure would have been as the First Citizen of the nation. This book is for those who think that the President is merely a post which cannot do much to build the nation or direct the government to take actions for development of the people of India. But after reading his story, one comes to know that how much a President can do for his nation if he wants.

Kalam sheer commitment for the service to the nation that he was able to achieve so much as a President. His career as a scientist and a teacher gave him that far- sightedness that was necessary for the concept of programs like PURA (Providing Urban Amenities to Rural Areas), World Knowledge Platforms and National Litigation Pendency Clearance Mission. It was his advice that prompted the government to encourage jatropha plantation by farmers which can be used in bio- diesel generation.

He designed the concept of Virtual University and Village Knowledge Center that is now delivering value added services to the village citizens. This book throws light on various visits he made during his tenure as a President both inside the country and other countries. Contrary to other Presidents and politicians, all his visit were for academic purposes, issues of mutual development and international harmony. On each of his visit he came up with some very deep and focused policies for development and sharing of -knowledge and technology among the visited country and India.

Pan- African e-network, ONGC pipeline project and World Knowledge Platform were outcome of such visits. This book also brings out another aspect of Dr.

Kalam’s life. He is not just a technical rocket science person.

He has a nature lover and true artist inside himself. Throughout the book, Dr. Kalam included several pieces of his poems as to fit the context. ‘Courage’, ‘What can I give?’, ‘Message from Mother Earth’ were some of the finest poem included in this book. The depth with which he explains the beauty of Mughal Gardens and how he added to the colors of Rashtrapati Bhavan shows how much he loved nature. The idea of many of his poem came while sitting in those gardens.

The joy he used to feel in addressing the young students around the world took him to many universities and schools across the globe. His inspiring speeches motivated many students to work for their nation and develop technologies which will help the man kind and make earth a better place to live. Every speech delivered by him contained elements of patriotism, education, research and moral teaching and of course a small poem to inspire everyone in the audience.

All I can say is that this book is a must read if you want to know our beloved Ex- President more closely and want to know what he did for this nation and how much more he wish to do. Rameshwaram is a sleepy temple town in the southern tip of our peninsula. It comes alive during the Ram Navmis and other auspicious days, especially to remember the departed souls. The otherwise passive place has done another wonderful contribution to our heritage, than being the place which Lord Ram chose to pray to Shiv Bhagwan before he began his onslaught on Lanka.

It has gifted us one of the most outstanding Ratnas of Bharat, a person who has added more credibility to the coveted prize than Rameshwaram is a sleepy temple town in the southern tip of our peninsula. It comes alive during the Ram Navmis and other auspicious days, especially to remember the departed souls. The otherwise passive place has done another wonderful contribution to our heritage, than being the place which Lord Ram chose to pray to Shiv Bhagwan before he began his onslaught on Lanka. It has gifted us one of the most outstanding Ratnas of Bharat, a person who has added more credibility to the coveted prize than the other way round.

Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam, was born in a lower middle class family, that too in one of the remotest places in the country. The fact that he has risen as one of the most celebrated technology icons and subsequently as a political icon is a motivation for any underprivileged child in this country. His success underscores that to be successful, one need not cut corners, need not dream of a career in USA or UK. If his first book “Wings of Fire”, showcased how a nation can successfully implement a space and missile programme on a shoestring budget and a strong will with a few dedicated and earthly people, the sequel to it “Turning Points” narrates the recent history of a modern nation. “Turning Points” is supposedly the journey of his personal milestones. But effectively it turns out to be the modern history of a 1.2 Billion nation.

Only few people can claim this sort of integration with a Nation’s soul, literally “his story” becoming “history”. Each of the turning points, be it the decision to join the Tatas early in the career, or the decision to regret an offer to join the Mr Vaypayee’s cabinet, or the decision to accept Mr Vajpayee’s offer to become their candidate for the President, or the decision to send back the office of profit bill, they all glaringly remains as milestones in the Nation’s modern times. We all look forward to the sequel of “Turning Points” and thereby wish many more years for the Great man. In this book, Dr Kalam writes in detail about his tenure as the President of India and his teaching experiences.

He describes the turning points that shaped his life: ISRO. In a chapter, he shares what he learnt from the various people he came across in his life, be it his elder brother, his mentors like Dr. Sarabhai, Dr Dhawan or Dr Brahma Prakash, and.

Yes, the politicians! Dr Kalam initiated many activities in the Rashtrapati Bhavan, such as e-governance In this book, Dr Kalam writes in detail about his tenure as the President of India and his teaching experiences. He describes the turning points that shaped his life: ISRO. In a chapter, he shares what he learnt from the various people he came across in his life, be it his elder brother, his mentors like Dr. Sarabhai, Dr Dhawan or Dr Brahma Prakash, and. Yes, the politicians! Dr Kalam initiated many activities in the Rashtrapati Bhavan, such as e-governance, teleconferencing, re-vitalizing the beautiful Mughal Gardens, and many more.

He candidly explains his thought process by which he arrived at his decisions as the President. This chapter makes for an engrossing and informative reading. Unlike Wings of Fire which had lot of personal anecdotes, this book is more about Kalam's vision of India 2020.

Many chapters are devoted to a 'blueprint' for reforms to make judiciary, parliament and government more efficient and responsive. It's a small book, just 150 pages, and can be finished in a single seating.

Language is simple, direct and unornamented. There are many photographs that show Dr. Kalam's life during his presidential days, and his interactions with a wide range of people, right from heads of state such George W.

Bush to small school children. Kalam, high expectations is kind of like a packaged deal. Which might be the primary cause of this book not living up to the expectations. An autobiographical account usually is embedded with anecdotes from one's life, which he wants to share, and which he believes that someone can be benefited from. This book completely lacks that flair of wings of fire. While one can understand in a very detailed manner the way he handled his office while he was president, the book seems to be an exten With Dr.

Kalam, high expectations is kind of like a packaged deal. Which might be the primary cause of this book not living up to the expectations. An autobiographical account usually is embedded with anecdotes from one's life, which he wants to share, and which he believes that someone can be benefited from. This book completely lacks that flair of wings of fire. While one can understand in a very detailed manner the way he handled his office while he was president, the book seems to be an extended agenda of his Vision 2020, for which he has devoted another book called ignited minds. Not everything in this book is disappointing. One gets to peek behind the curtains of bureaucracy of Indian political class and get a chance to understand the chain of commands, the clarity in thought that Dr.

Kalam carries with himself, is remarkably demonstrated in his various decisions. If you are an avid follower of Dr. Kalam's work, his poems, his articles & his speeches on youtube, there is very little that this book would have to offer in that case. If not, it will serve a compendium of all the great work done by the maestro in one place. It was the evening of 28th July 2015, when i came across a news flash relating to something about Kalam Sir, While in the process of accessing the full news,in split seconds, a thought ran through my mind that might be Sir has reconsidered his decision of not Standing for President's Chair again.

And i was very very happy... But soon, i was hit with fact, my gleaming face was bombarded with the harsh reality that 'He', my biggest ever motivating asset, was no more in person. It was then, t It was the evening of 28th July 2015, when i came across a news flash relating to something about Kalam Sir, While in the process of accessing the full news,in split seconds, a thought ran through my mind that might be Sir has reconsidered his decision of not Standing for President's Chair again.

And i was very very happy... But soon, i was hit with fact, my gleaming face was bombarded with the harsh reality that 'He', my biggest ever motivating asset, was no more in person. It was then, that i realized that the last book is finished was this masterpiece, 'Turning Points', Suddenly my mind was taken over by the flashbacks of the moments while i was busy reading this book both on and off the metro Station, my commuting medium to office, the rose garden, the ISRO base station and many other places where i traveled with the book. Awesome Book written by The highest possible podium of respect someone can hold in my Life. P.S.: This book presents Kalam Sir's life in seven stages, and at any point is like living through his life through his flashbacks!! Turning Point is surely a turning point for Author and can be for anyone. Dr Kalam has very nicely explained the times of his as President and also told the story of how he lived his life being a President of India.

One of the most lovable President of India by every citizen without any offence. His choice as a President nominee was an unclaimed choice by every elected members of the houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) and the Legislative Assemblies in States and Union Territories. F Turning Point is surely a turning point for Author and can be for anyone. Dr Kalam has very nicely explained the times of his as President and also told the story of how he lived his life being a President of India. One of the most lovable President of India by every citizen without any offence.

His choice as a President nominee was an unclaimed choice by every elected members of the houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) and the Legislative Assemblies in States and Union Territories. For he did most admirable and appreciable work in the field of the Science and Technology. HE is the Missile-Man of India. The first person to give us our First Missile with his auspicious team that was and is completely dedicated to their work with full dedication. This book is worth reading and learning for what we want and can do to achieve it.

Hats-off to this Unforgettable Martyr, Author, Scientist, President(11th) of India, and part of almost every section of every Organization relative to Technology and Research in the field of science, development and defense. We'll miss you Sir Kalam. This country of Our's will miss You. What can one say about a book authored by the undoubtedly talented statesman, scientist, poet and saint? An inspirational force for many generations to come, Kalam sir's description of his experiences during the presidential tenure can turn the reader's mind into the plethora of issues faced by the nation. He attempts to put down his thoughts, actions and reactions to various incidents during his tenure.

While I found it a bit hard to read initially owing to my general hesitation with autobiograp What can one say about a book authored by the undoubtedly talented statesman, scientist, poet and saint? An inspirational force for many generations to come, Kalam sir's description of his experiences during the presidential tenure can turn the reader's mind into the plethora of issues faced by the nation. He attempts to put down his thoughts, actions and reactions to various incidents during his tenure. While I found it a bit hard to read initially owing to my general hesitation with autobiographies, it took off later on, truly igniting my imagination.

As of today, as we live on in the era where the great man has become just a legend, I can feel the strong pull of responsibility which even my fellow brethren would have felt at some point of time. The responsibility to look beyond immediate gains and comforts, and open one's minds towards the challenges involved in forging a truly powerful nation out of our vast yet splintered society, and most importantly develop the maturity to work towards it. A Spell-Bounding account of a magnanimous personality!!! Truth be told, I'm never game with biographies/autobiographies but this book turns out to be exceptionally good, breaking the myth in my own mind that biographies are somniferous in nature.

Turning Points is a very well written autobioraphy which took off with the call from the then PM AB Vajapyee to Dr. Kalam informing him how he was going to name Dr.

Kalam for the President in the all party meeting. The book brings together the details f A Spell-Bounding account of a magnanimous personality!!! Truth be told, I'm never game with biographies/autobiographies but this book turns out to be exceptionally good, breaking the myth in my own mind that biographies are somniferous in nature. Turning Points is a very well written autobioraphy which took off with the call from the then PM AB Vajapyee to Dr. Kalam informing him how he was going to name Dr. Kalam for the President in the all party meeting. The book brings together the details from his career and presidency, the tough choices he made as the President.

Turning Points holds a great deal of information on how Mission 2020 came into action from the Rashtrapati Bhavan. More than experiences, Book holds the deep thinking of a great leader who had spent his whole life in serving his motherland from different designations. So ' Turning Points ' is no doubt a must read for every Indian. Wings of Fire was truly inspiring and breathtaking.

And that propelled me to read this sequel. In this emotional time when we are still in grief of his departure, it feels like he talks to us through his words. Driver Ez Grabber Per Windows 7.

For someone who want to deeply understand the role and function of our Head of State, this book can come handy. For those preparing for competitive exams especially Civil Services, this book can fetch numerous points on reforms in all domains. That way, it's useful. Strictly reviewing it Wings of Fire was truly inspiring and breathtaking. And that propelled me to read this sequel. In this emotional time when we are still in grief of his departure, it feels like he talks to us through his words. For someone who want to deeply understand the role and function of our Head of State, this book can come handy.

For those preparing for competitive exams especially Civil Services, this book can fetch numerous points on reforms in all domains. That way, it's useful. Strictly reviewing it as a book, the flow is broken many a times and the point gets drifted away from the subject matter in question. Perhaps the reader would be more interested in the nuances of tackling the govt. Or to undo the tag of a rubber stamp associated with the post rather than the personal opportunities the incumbent gets for self-improvement.

But eventually, no doubt, a wonderful journey you should and must read! The new book from the former president of our nation, whose name itself is an inspirational brand, deals with his days of presidency. A memoir a bout those 5 years when he became the supreme power of our nation. Serving as the sequel to his best selling autobiography 'Wing of Fire', the book gives equal focus on both- his activities as president to fulfill his vision on turning our nation to a developed one by 2020 as well as preaching its importance to the upcoming generation and urging them to The new book from the former president of our nation, whose name itself is an inspirational brand, deals with his days of presidency.

A memoir a bout those 5 years when he became the supreme power of our nation. Serving as the sequel to his best selling autobiography 'Wing of Fire', the book gives equal focus on both- his activities as president to fulfill his vision on turning our nation to a developed one by 2020 as well as preaching its importance to the upcoming generation and urging them to work for it relentlessly. Its not highly inspiring like 'Wings of Fire' or 'Ignited Minds' but gives an extended version of the ideas he discussed in 'India:2020' and gives a practical approach in a non enigmatic manner. The book will be a treat and accolade for his lovers and for those who are inspired by him - a must read stuff for them! I have always believed that cowards never make history, history is created by people with courage and wisdom. Courage is individual and wisdom comes with experience.

The ignited mind of the youth is the most powerful resource on the earth. Empowerment comes from within, no one else can give it. You become the captain of the problem, defeat the problem and suceed. I would like to ask you what you would like to be remembered for? It could be an important contribution, an innovation or a change tha I have always believed that cowards never make history, history is created by people with courage and wisdom. Courage is individual and wisdom comes with experience.

The ignited mind of the youth is the most powerful resource on the earth. Empowerment comes from within, no one else can give it. You become the captain of the problem, defeat the problem and suceed. I would like to ask you what you would like to be remembered for? It could be an important contribution, an innovation or a change that you bring about in society, that you will be remembered for.

Angel is free because of his knowledge, the beast because of his ignorance. Between the two remains the son of man, to struggle. ~ Rumi The book is based on the challenges faced by APJ Abdul Kalam during his tenure as President and provides insight on how he created a vision and led the country towards it.

I read it when i was still in school(now i am a graduate). Abdul Kalam's journey of being a normal boy to being the president of India has inspired a whole lot of students. I was looking forward to reading about the days when he was still a student, but this biography was all about his life in later years beginning from the days when he was about to become the president and had just left a cabinet post to return to teaching, so i could not get that glimpse into his student life, but got t I read it when i was still in school(now i am a graduate). Abdul Kalam's journey of being a normal boy to being the president of India has inspired a whole lot of students. I was looking forward to reading about the days when he was still a student, but this biography was all about his life in later years beginning from the days when he was about to become the president and had just left a cabinet post to return to teaching, so i could not get that glimpse into his student life, but got to know a lot about the life of an Indian president, the palatial President house, his views of the future the country holds, his inevitable love for children and of course, being Mr. Kalam- the 11th president. (Book finished- 28 July 2015, 7:04 PM) A coincidence to remember:- I was at the chapter ' Into the Garden' today when I came to know about APJ Abdul Kalam's passing away.

Apj Abdul Kalam was a pefect blend of Scientific and spiritual mind. This book can be a Blueprint of India's economic- social development. After reading last 50 pages, emotionally, felt why we're not implementing large part of his suggestions -implementing those will be a great tribute to his memories. ' A great mind and a great Hea (Book finished- 28 July 2015, 7:04 PM) A coincidence to remember:- I was at the chapter ' Into the Garden' today when I came to know about APJ Abdul Kalam's passing away. Apj Abdul Kalam was a pefect blend of Scientific and spiritual mind.

This book can be a Blueprint of India's economic- social development. After reading last 50 pages, emotionally, felt why we're not implementing large part of his suggestions -implementing those will be a great tribute to his memories. ' A great mind and a great Heart go hand in hand' Apj Abdul kalam is a perfect example of that. 'Turning points' is a book when someone really understands Abdul kalam and his vision. Recommended to all. Let Abdul kalam's vision, thoughts reverberate in India for centuries. 'Turning points', the sequel to 'Wings of Fire'.

The book content is absolutely fine. The reader will enjoy reading it.

Inscribe the seven important points in the book which changed his life, furthermore it also navigates through the timeline of his stay in Rastrapati Bhavan and the significant decision taken by Kalam to make Rastrapati Bhavan closer to masses. It also encompasses the controversies which arouse during his tenure as President of India.

The writing style of book is prefer 'Turning points', the sequel to 'Wings of Fire'. The book content is absolutely fine.

The reader will enjoy reading it. Inscribe the seven important points in the book which changed his life, furthermore it also navigates through the timeline of his stay in Rastrapati Bhavan and the significant decision taken by Kalam to make Rastrapati Bhavan closer to masses. It also encompasses the controversies which arouse during his tenure as President of India. The writing style of book is preferable with constant emphasis on the objective as well as subjective plans, descriptions for development of nation.

Its a good read by a great scientist, Bharat Ratna awardee, former President and most of all a patriotic nationalist. Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam (Tamil: அவுல பகீர ஜைனுலாபதீன அபதுல கலாம) usually referred to as A. Abdul Kalam, was one of India's most distinguished scientists. He was an Aerospace engineer, professor, and chancellor of the, who served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. During his term as President, he was popularly Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam (Tamil: அவுல் பகீர் ஜைனுலாப்தீன் அப்துல் கலாம்) usually referred to as A. Abdul Kalam, was one of India's most distinguished scientists. He was an Aerospace engineer, professor, and chancellor of the, who 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. Before his term as India's president, he worked as an aeronautical engineer with and. He was responsible for the development of India's first satellite launch vehicle, He is popularly known as the Missile Man of India for his work on development of ballistic missile and space rocket technology. Kalam played a pivotal organisational, technical and political role in India's Pokhran-II nuclear test in 1998, the first since the original nuclear test by India in 1974. He has the unique honour of receiving honorary doctorates from thirty universities and the country's three highest civilian honours - Padma Bhushan (1981), Padma Vibhushan (1990) and Bharat Ratna (1997). Former President Dr. Abdul Kalam, who became popular as ‘People’s President’, passed away on July 27th, 2015 at the age of 83 in Shillong, India.