The Puffin Book of 100 Great Indians

<p>Now with an exciting new cover <i>The Puffin Book of 100 Great Indians</i> is a celebration of achievements and personal stories of those who forged new paths for themselves and others in a way that it continues to affect modern lives.<br> Written as short anecdotal biographical sketches the book presents lives of scientists doctors activists painters sportspeople dancers political leaders economists and many more from different walks of life.<br><br> Pioneering mathematician Aryabhata missile man Dr Kalam economist and Nobel laureate Dr Amartya Sen India&#39s Renaissance man Raja Ram Mohan Roy the immortal star in space Kalpana Chawla master blaster Sachin Tendulkar the evergreen melody queen Lata Mangeshkar-these are some of the great luminaries featured in this book who have made incredible contributions in diverse fields.</p> About the Author These books were put together by Penguin India Editorial team a dedicated band of editors striving to create the finest Indian children's books perfect for every reading level and requirement. Each book is meticulously researched and exquisitely designed to enrich a reader's interaction with the book. Your introduction to the imaginative and magical world of learning and storytelling starts here!