Biography of Bhupen Hazarika

Biography of Bhupen Hazarika
Author: Sumit Kumar
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 12
Release: 2021-02-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

The moment one reads these lines, the sonorous voice of Bhupen Hazarika rings in your ears. The singer who could hold sway over listeners with his soothing melodies needs no introduction. Biography of Bhupen Hazarika: Inspirational Biographies for Children by Sumit Kumar: Discover the extraordinary life of Bhupen Hazarika, the legendary singer, musician, poet, and filmmaker from Assam. In this captivating biography, Sumit Kumar delves into the journey of Bhupen Hazarika, from his humble beginnings in a small village to becoming an iconic figure in the world of art and culture. The book celebrates Hazarika's musical genius, social activism, and contributions to the Assamese and Indian cultural landscape, inspiring young readers with his indomitable spirit and artistic legacy. Key Aspects of the Book "Biography of Bhupen Hazarika": Artistic Journey: The biography traces Bhupen Hazarika's artistic evolution as a versatile singer, songwriter, and filmmaker, highlighting his dedication to promoting folk music and cultural heritage. Social Impact: The book explores Hazarika's commitment to social issues and his tireless efforts in using his art as a medium to raise awareness and effect positive change. Inspiration for Children: The biography presents Bhupen Hazarika as a role model for young readers, inspiring them to follow their passions, use their talents for the greater good, and embrace their cultural roots. Sumit Kumar is an author known for creating inspiring biographies that introduce young readers to remarkable individuals and their contributions to society. Through "Biography of Bhupen Hazarika," Kumar brings to life the inspiring journey of a cultural icon and his enduring impact on Indian art and music.

Winged Horse

Winged Horse
Author: Bhupen Hazarika
Publisher: Cool Grove Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018
Genre: Assamese poetry
ISBN: 9781887276696

Poetry. Music. Translated by Syed Ahmed Shah. Edited by Syeda Jebeen Sabira Shah. Bhupen Hazarika (1926-2011), also known as the Bard of the Brahmaputra--after the river that runs through Assam--was a legendary singer, lyricist, music composer, scholar, artist and above all, a humanist who dared to dream of a classless society. Although fluent in Hindi and English, he wrote over 800 songs in Assamese, his mother tongue. His poetic soul ranged far and wide, from our dependence on nature, history and politics, to visionary rapture. His admirers were well aware that he was including them in his vision, excluding none, for a better world. He remains a source of inspiration for many who have heard his songs. Even now, a huge portion of his songs remain unknown to non-Assamese speaking people. It was only towards the end of his life that English translations of his songs started appearing in print.

Ancient Wing

Ancient Wing
Author: Nripen Dutta Baruah
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2013-06-20
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781490428154

A creative biography of the legendary Dr. Bhupen Hazarika [First published in India by LBS Publications, Guwahati, Assam } by a friend and follower who offers the reader a survey of the variety of influences that inform the artists world view. It is infused with sensory and classical Indian aesthetics as a medium to describe the life of the multifaceted Indian singer song writer and iconic proponent of 'unity with diversity' beginning with his home state of Assam. In his life time, elevated in India's halls of fame, he received his Padma Vibhushan posthumously in 2012.

A Life of Light

A Life of Light
Author: Rashmi Palkhivala
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2017-06-15
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9352641744

'Only a disciplined person is a free person.' - B.K.S. Iyengar B.K.S. Iyengar's journey began from an inconspicuous village in Karnataka. Losing his father early, he was buffeted by fortune from the home of one relative to another. He was in his teens when he met his guru (and brother-in-law) Krishnamacharya, a renowned yogic scholar, who took him under his wing. The young Iyengar found himself drawn to the teachings, but terrified of the teacher. Despite the tumultuous relationship between guru and shishya, Iyengar eagerly imbibed the intricacies of the art of yoga from his guru. Soon, following his guru's diktat, Iyengar found himself in Pune. It was in this city of strangers, that Iyengar established himself and built his home, and later, his yoga centre. Decades later, 'Iyengar Yoga' as it came to be called, became synonymous with a precision-based asana practise that Iyengar popularized and spread to every continent of the world. Narrated with love and compassion, A Life of Light is the biography of one of the most respected yoga practitioners in contemporary times. His life, spanning almost a century from pre-independence India to India of the twenty-first century, is an incredible testament to the spirit of ancient India thriving in a market economy.

Golden Years in Jorhat Engineering College

Golden Years in Jorhat Engineering College
Author: Arnab Deka
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 110
Release: 2015-01-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9781502522702

Pictorial representation of an award-winning storywriter's vivid account of his years as an engineering student in a premier technical institution, having many sub-plots laced with thrill, romance, creativity and melancholy. A sure-fire hit with die-hard fans of adventures and nostalgia.

M.S. Subbulakshmi

M.S. Subbulakshmi
Author: T. J. S. George
Publisher: Rupa Publications
Total Pages: 262
Release: 2016
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9789384067601

Previously published as M.S. Subbulakshmi: the definitive biography. New Delhi: HarperCollins Publishers India, 2004.

Neeraj Chopra: A Complete Biography

Neeraj Chopra: A Complete Biography
Author: Pushkar Kumar
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 113
Release: 2024-06-11
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9355622139

Neeraj Chopra is a name that will forever be etched in Indian sports history. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics his throw of 87.58 meters, which made him earn a Gold Medal, captured the imagination of over a billion Indians and brought Javelin Throw into the spotlight. However, his story traces back to much simpler beginnings. This book transports readers to Neeraj’s childhood in Khandra, Panipat, where the 13-year-old was an overweight teenager more interested in losing weight than modern sports. Weighing around 75 kilos, he became the butt of jokes, leading his family to enroll him at the local stadium to get active. It was here that Neeraj’s life changed forever. Introduced to javelin throw by older athletes, he instantly revealed a prodigious talent that left everyone stunned. What began as merely a way to get fit ignited an unexpected passion that he obsessively pursued with intense training and sacrifice. This book details the struggles of lacking resources, battling years of injuries and facing skepticism from society about his choice of sport. But Neeraj’s determination and work ethic helped him overcome every obstacle to etch his name in history.

Harnessing Anger

Harnessing Anger
Author: Peter Westbrook
Publisher: Seven Stories Press
Total Pages: 212
Release: 1998-09-08
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781888363678

To Peter Westbrook, "harnessing anger" means controlling one's fury and channeling it in a positive direction. Westbrook's success in what he once called "that strange white sport" is really just one expression of the self-discipline that has led him to beat the odds, again and again. In Harnessing Anger, Westbrook tells how he came to be the first African American to win a national gold title in sabre fencing. The son of an African-American father and a Japanese mother, Peter was aised by his mother alone in poverty in a Newark ghetto. Becoming a fencer at an early age gave him the confidence and the discipline to use an ancient martial art to his advantage both in swordplay and when facing the vicissitudes of daily life in the inner city. The autobiography of this six-time Olympian, 13-time U.S. National champion and the only book on his amazing life, Harnessing Anger tells us how Westbrook has overcome strong adversaries on and off the fencing mat.

Sparkling Moments (An Autobiography)

Sparkling Moments (An Autobiography)
Author: Jayanta Bagchi
Publisher: I. K. International Pvt Ltd
Total Pages: 118
Release: 2005
Genre: Civil service
ISBN: 8188237256

DR. JAYANTA BAGCHI was a distinguished member of the Indian Administrative Services & held several important and critical positions. He was also awarded Padmashree for his meritorious services in 1973. The author has served on important positions in the Government of India and retired as Secretary, Ministry of Steel. He has to his credit an experience of over 15 years in various Ministries like Commerce, Textiles and Steel. He has travelled widely and worked on important assignments in FAO, ESCAP, ITC and UNCTAD. In this book efforts have been made to capture the various experiences that he gained as Sub Divisional Officer, Dev. Commissioner in the State of Assam/Meghalaya, as Joint Secretary in the Government of India, Additional Secretary, Chairman, STC and Designated Authority for Anti Dumping. This autobiography is a brief document drawn up to capture the personailty aspects of Dr. Bagchi right from his young days in Calcutta till his getting into the Indian Administrative Services and then onwards. Special attention has been given to make sure that events are captured properly and a synopsis is given of the entire issues.His autobiography, it is hoped, will give new insight people planning to chart out their path in life.