The book is an autobiography of APJ Abdul Kalam, the Missile Man of India. It was written by Kalam and Arun Tiwari. Though autobiographical, I consider it as an inspirational, and positive book of a rare breed. One would really relish incidents quoted in the book, for a life time.

The co-author, Tiwari is also a former missile scientist who worked under Kalam and idolizes the him. The book was released in 1999 and made huge waves across the country and abroad. The extreme simplicity of the person, high thinking, and humility captures the minds of the people. No wonder you would simply admire Kalam after reading the book.

The story starts with the early life of Kalam, his family, education, teachers, and hardships. With each page we see the greatness of the person, his brilliance, and how he overcame his surroundings and situations. Gradually we are taken through his years at NASA, his achievements, failures, colleagues, and his dreams.

All said so quickly, but well-said that it leaves an etched mark in the reader. The title is apt for the book – symbolising his successful missiles and achievements, which glorified the country, as well as his dreams for his Motherland.