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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 is a continuing saga, above all, of a journey individual and collective that will take India to 2020 and beyond as a developed nation.
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  6. ISBN-10
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Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam was the eleventh President of India, from 2002 to 2007. He was a recipient of the Padma Bhushan, the Padma Vibhushan and the nation s highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna. Born in 1931 in Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Dr Kalam studied aeronautical engineering at the Madras Institute of Technology. He played a key role in the development of India s first satellite launch vehicle, the SLV-3; in the building and operationalization of India s strategic missile systems; and in the 1998 nuclear tests. As an elder statesman, he was in the public eye for his role in offering counsel, reaching out to people and building bridges across religious and social divides. Dr Kalam s focus was ever on transforming India into a developed nation by 2020 and to this end he continued to travel across the country to give lectures. He passed away at one such lecture he had gone to deliver at Shillong, Meghalaya, on 27 July 2015. His message and influence continue to resonate with people across the country and in all walks of life.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 9352645197
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins India (July 5, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9789352645190
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9352645190
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.48 x 8.5 inches
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  • N J SINGH
    5.0 out of 5 stars inspiring
    Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2013
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    Dr Kalam says there were seven turning points. For a reader every page has been a turning point - every sentence inspiring. Mission 2020is not the responsibility of government but that of every Indian,who believes in self esteem and wants to see India a super power.What a vision! What a path to achieve the same. Dr Kalam continues to be a guiding force to the country's youth. May he live long to see his country attains greater heights - Amen!
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  • vpvelu
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. A leader you will admire.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2015
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    I enjoyed reading this book. Dr Kalam is specific about events that were crucial in his life. Excellenr reading.
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  • Aravind Palakurissi
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2015
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    Very inspiring - Cover sinteresting projects during his tenure as president
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  • nidhyjo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Yes, Indian President's too work!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2013
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    Dr.Kalam shows how one person can change society and even the positions they
    hold even if it is a ceremonial post! Kalam brings his vast experience..hardwork..commitment
    ..scientific temper and research spirit into the office of President of India thereby influencing
    all realms of society prompting the nation to dream about a developed India by 2020!
    Only drawback is the repetition of few events described in his other famous books.
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  • ashok
    5.0 out of 5 stars An inspiring book by the People's President- Shri Kalam.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2016
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    A very inspiring book by Dr. Kalam on his journey through his period as President of the country. It explains why he was called the people's president. All the youth in this country should read the book and be inspired by it!
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  • Ashesh Ranjan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks Kalam
    Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2013
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    I, on behalf of all young but not so young citizen of India, appreciate the vision of India Building! We, around 50 year old and at helm of execution of all kind, feels the responsibilities of making the tripping point for bring India ahead of curve!
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  • Mahesh
    5.0 out of 5 stars inspiring
    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2013
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    This book is reflection of kallam sirs important turning points in his life and his decisions that were taken in various positions. A Must read book for every indian.
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  • vdokka
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good read!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2016
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    Good read!
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  • Mehul Kumar Das
    5.0 out of 5 stars An evergreen book
    Reviewed in India on October 14, 2024
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    Paper quality and cover quality is good. But I feel there should be a free bookmark a plain card will work best as a bookmark talking about the book I will say it's a must buy for everyone.
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    Reviewed in India on October 14, 2024
    Paper quality and cover quality is good. But I feel there should be a free bookmark a plain card will work best as a bookmark talking about the book I will say it's a must buy for everyone.
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
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    beautifully described. The man who was truly an inspiration for all
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice book Must read
    Reviewed in India on March 15, 2025
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    Nice book
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  • Akshay
    4.0 out of 5 stars Glimpse of vision India -2020.
    Reviewed in India on September 2, 2020
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    Remarkable thinking for conceiving ideas & thrust on major areas for Vision India-2020.
    A scientists blends in democratic politics & churns out a vision for India.
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