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Wings of Fire" is an inspiring autobiography by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
Chapter: 1
Chapter one deals with his early life and his inspirations from Rameswaram. Kalam was born in a middle-class family and he was the youngest of five siblings. His father Jainulabdeen was a boat owner and he transported the pilgrims. His mother Ashiamma was a generous and pious house wife. His father's wisdom and his mother's deep faith laid the ground work for his spiritual and philosophical outlook. The school teachers played a vital role in his life. The support and encouragement from his family paved the way for his later achievements. He had developed his desire for aero-space engineering. His fascination with science that began in the streets of Rameswaram would eventually propel him to the forefront of India's space and missile programs. Kalam's insatiable curiosity and relentless quest for learning saw him immersed in books and scientific experiments.
Chapter: 2
The Second chapter deals with his education and the Road of Aerospace. Kalam pursued his preliminary education in Schwartz Higher Secondary School in Ramanathapuram. He had managed his studies inspite of his financial contraints. His innate curiosity and passion for learning steered him towards academic excellence. Kalam joined St. Joseph's College, Trichy and he graduated in Physics in 1954. At that time, he was deeply inspired by his teachers and mentors. Later at MIT, Kalam studied aerospace engineering, a subject that combined his love for physics with the burgeoning field of technology. He laid a strong foundation for his future contributions to India's Space exploration and defense. Following his graduation from MIT, Kalam faced the real world challenge of finding employment in a competitive environment. His outstanding academic record and the reputation of MIT helped him secure his first job at the Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) of the Defense Research and Development Organization. (DRDO).
Chapter: 3
Kalam's early career was marked by significant contributions to India's defense and aerospace sectors. After completing his education at MIT, he began his professional journey at the Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) of the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) in 1958. In 1962, Kalam joined the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR). This was a period of immense learning and development for Kalam as he became deeply involved in India's first endeavours in space science and technology. His contributions to the sounding Rocket program, particularly in assisting with the launch of the Nike-Apache rocket from Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station (TERLS) were instrumental in establishing India's early capabilities in rocketry. Kalam's dedication and expertise soon earned him a significant role in the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). He played a key part in the development of the Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLV-III) which was India's first indigenously developed Satellite Launch Vehicle. Under the guidance of Prof. Satish Dhawan and the Chairman of ISRO, Kalam led his team through arduous phases of design, development and eventual launch, culminating in the successful deployment of the Rohini Satallite in 1980. Kalam's early career was characterized by his unwavering dedication to advancing India's Aerospace and defense sectors.
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