Author: Nimeran Sahukar
Publisher: Rupa
Year: 2003
Language: English
Pages: 64
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8129101955
Description
At a time when a galaxy of great political leaders appeared in India, Sarojini Naidu stood out by her commanding personality and indomitable spirit. This Profusely illustrated book on art paper presents in an easy story-telling style, her life and times.
She was a poet, orator and freedom fighter, a crusader for equality and a lover of nature. Sarojini Naidu was one of the most scintillating personalities to grace the political stage during the years of India’s struggle for freedom.
Called the Nightingale of India for her lyrical poetry, she answered the call for freedom and dedicated her life to her country, facing years of imprisonment. One of Mahatma Gandhi’s most rusted followers, she was the vibrant and articulate voice of India at gatherings across the globe, captivating audiences with her wit, grace and passionate love for the country.
Contents
Awake
The Wedding
A Portrait
The Crusader
Deep Bonds
The Poet
Chronology
Bibliography