Legends of India

About the Book The book is an inspiring tale of prominent Indian freedom fighters, political leaders, social reformers and statesmen who have made outstanding contribution in their chosen fields. Their drive, determination and resourcefulness act like beacons of light directing young people all over India and the world to achieve what they accomplished.

This book introduces you to the life and their contributions in their chosen areas of such legends like Mahatma Gandhi, Gopal Krishna Gokhale, Vallabhbhai Patel, Lala Lajpat Rai, Dr.B.R. Ambedkar, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Baba Amte, Vinoba Bhave, Homi J Bhabha, Jawahar Lal Nehru, Chandrashekhar Azad, Bhagat Singh, Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Jayaprakash Narayan, Indira Gandhi, Atal Behari Vajpayee and other important dignitaries. The sketch has been kept short deliberately to encourage children, students and readers to absorb their works easily. There are many other legends whose life and biography we are editing at the moment to be covered in another book.

If you believe that example is more effective than mere words this book is sure to excite you.

About the Author Vishwamitra Sharma is a prolific and versatile writer. He has authored over 80 books on various subjects such as science, health, yoga, palmistry, astrology, vaastu shastra and the like. He began his journalistic career before 1947 in Lahore with the daily Milap. After moving to independent India in 1947, he joined the Hindi daily Jansatta. Thereafter, he worked with All India Radio for 20 years. After retirement, he worked in the book publishing industry.

Preface Undoubtedly the cradle of the first major civilisation five millennia ago India was a fabled land where milk and honey flowed freely. Through the next few millennia, the land produced many noble souls who kept the country's rich spiritual and cultural heritage throbbing. From astronomy, mathematics and medicine to spiritual mastery and renowned universities, the land produced the best in all spheres.

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