Published Works
A collection of original writings and translations.
Original Publication
The Pallava Empire
Publisher: Rashtrotthana Sahitya
Published: June 19, 2025
Pages: xix + 166
ISBN/ASIN: 9789393991423 (ISBN)
Category: Original Publication
Tags: India, archeology, history, kingdom, pallava, tamil
Description
Along with the Colas, Ceras, and Pandyas, the Pallavas were among the most important dynasties that ruled over the Tamil heartland. Who were the Pallavas? Where did they come from? What was their administration like? In what ways did they contribute to the heritage of Bharata? The Pallava Empire : A Gentle Introduction offers a broad overview of the political, social, cultural, and economic landscape that prevailed during Pallava rule spanning 600 years, from 3rd to 9th century C.E. This book is written in an eminently readable style keeping in mind a general audience.
Translated Work
Kalam’s Family Tree
Original Authors: Dr. A.P.J.M. Nazema Maraikayar
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Published: April 10, 2024
Pages: 160
ISBN/ASIN: 9789355628121 (ISBN); B0D1CNDBZC (ASIN)
Category: Translated Work
Tags: India, family, geneology, research, science, space
Description
This book is an intimate memoir written by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s niece, who is closely connected to him and the family. The book offers a rare glimpse into the family life and ancestral roots of India’s beloved “Missile Man.’ The book was originally written in Tamil and later translated in English and Hindi. It takes you to Dr. Kalam’s humble beginnings in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, where the young Kalam’s curiosity and thirst of knowledge were nurtured within the embrace of a close-knit Muslim family. From the sacrifices of his parents to the wisdom imparted by his grandparents, the book celebrates the indelible impact of family on his journey to becoming the President of India. It emphasises on the cultural and religious roots that he inherited from different generations. It mainly reflects how historical events, wars, societal changes, economic conditions, etc., had an effect on his personality. The book is a tribute to the power of heritage, perseverance and the pursuit of knowledge values that resonated deeply within the Kalam lineage.
Memories Never Die
Original Authors: Dr. Y.S. Rajan; Dr. A.P.J.M. Nazema Maraikayar
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Published: April 08, 2023
Pages: 456
ISBN/ASIN: 9788196159078 (ISBN); B0C2YTW8SR (ASIN)
Category: Translated Work
Tags: India, family, isro, memories, research, science, space
Description
This book is an Translated Work of the Tamil book ‘Ninaivugalukku Maranamillai’. Written by two people closest to A.P.J. Abdul Kalam—his niece Dr. Nazema Maraikayar and the distinguished ISRO scientist Dr. Y.S. Rajan, who was a close confidante of Kalam —this book gives a holistic and honest revelation of the life of Dr. Kalam from his early childhood till he breathed his last. This is the story of how a small-town boy from Rameswaram ascended to the highest echelons of the Indian political world. This book comprehensively covers the beautiful history of Indian rocketry, precursors to today’s Science and Technology, the workings of the Indian political and administrative
சிவ-ராம-கிருஷ்ணன்
Original Authors: Shatavadhani Dr. R. Ganesh
Publisher: Prekshaa Pratishtana
Published: April 21, 2021
Pages: 10 part series
ISBN/ASIN: B0936ZXLX7 (ASIN)
Category: Translated Work
Tags: India, gods, hinduism, philosophy, religion, society
Description
சிவன். ராமன். கிருஷ்ணன். இந்திய பாரம்பரியத்தின் முப்பெரும் கதாநாயகர்கள். உயர் இந்தியாவில் தலைமுறைகள் பல கடந்தும் கடவுளர்களாக போற்றப்பட்டு வழிகாட்டிகளாக விளங்குபவர்கள். மனித ஒற்றுமை நூற்றாண்டுகால பரிணாம வளர்ச்சியின் பரிமாணம். தனிநபர்களாகவும், குடும்ப உறுப்பினர்களாகவும், சமுதாய பிரஜைகளாகவும் நாம் அனைவரும் பரிமளிக்கிறோம். சிவன் தனிமனித அடையாளமாக அமைகிறான். ராமன் குடும்ப வாழ்க்கைக்கு வழிவகுக்கிறான். கிருஷ்ணன் சமுதாயப் பங்காற்றுவதை போதிக்கிறான். இக்கதாநாயகர்களை மையப்படுத்தி நல்வாக்கு, நற்பண்பு, நல்வாழ்க்கை குறித்து ஷதாவதானி Dr. R. கணேஷ் முன்வைக்கும் ஒரு மாறுபட்ட கண்ணோட்டம்.
உபநயனம் – ஒரு எளிய அறிமுகம்
Original Authors: Hari Ravikumar
Publisher: Prekshaa Pratishtana
Published: March 02, 2019
Category: Translated Work
Tags: India, ceremony, hinduism, religion, ritual, upanayanam
Description
This is a 15 part series published at prekshaa.in. This is a Translated Work of Upanayanam – A Gentle Introduction by Hari Ravikumar
பகவத்கீதை தற்காலத் தமிழில்
Original Authors: Koti Sreekrishna; Hari Ravikumar
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: September 11, 2017
Pages: 340
ISBN/ASIN: 9781976284601 (ISBN-13); 1976284600 (ISBN-10)
Category: Translated Work
Tags: India, gita, hinduism, holy, krishna, religion, sermon, tradition, war
Description
A modern Translated Work of the Bhagavad-Gita, one of the most important works in the Hindu tradition. Two friends have a conversation at the outset of an epic war. One of them, Arjuna, is sad and confused in the face of imminent doom; the other, Krishna, decides to cheer him up and clear his doubts. Through the course of their dialogue, while inspiring Arjuna to do his work, Krishna assumes the role of a mentor and imparts the timeless wisdom that is called the Bhagavad-Gita. For someone who wants to know about Indias grand heritage, religious traditions, philosophy, and spirituality, the Bhagavad-Gita is a good place to start. The present work includes the text of the Bhagavad-Gita in the Grantha script.
கலாமின் இந்தியக் கனவுகள்
Original Authors: Dr. Y.S. Rajan; Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Publisher: கிழக்கு பதிப்பகம்
Published: July 01, 2017
Pages: 280
ISBN/ASIN: B07BJK8TFY (ASIN); 9788184937947 (ISBN)
Category: Translated Work
Tags: India, isro, research, science, space, technology
Description
From enhanced nuclear capability to an unmanned Moon mission, India's scientific achievements in recent years have been spectacular. But, according to the country s best-known scientist Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and his close associate Dr. Y.S. Rajan, we've only just begun. In a century that many experts predict may belong to India, the realization of the vision of a better future for everyone will require a keen understanding of our needs and this can only be achieved by tailoring our research and innovations to the goal of national development. In The Scientific Indian, the authors of the path-breaking India 2020: A Vision for the New Millennium return after ten years to the core areas of scientific advancement that are crucial space exploration, satellite technology, missile development, earth and ocean resources, the biosphere, food production, energy and water harvesting, health care and communications, to name a few. For each aspect, the authors discuss Indian breakthroughs within the context of recent progress on the global platform, before outlining a pragmatic vision of technological development that will propel India to the forefront of the world in the decades to come.