Padmini Sathianadhan Sengupta (1905–1988) was an Indian author,[1] Journalist and historian known for her contributions to Indian literature and historical writings.[2][3] She authored a biography titled “Makers of Indian Literature”, focusing on the life and achievements of the poet and freedom fighter Sarojini Naidu.[4][5][6]
Padmini Sathianadhan Sengupta | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1905 |
| Died | 1988 |
| Occupation(s) | Author, Journalist and historian |
Early life
editPadmini Sengupta was born in 1910 in India.[7][8] She pursued higher education in India, which provided her with a strong foundation in literary and historical studies.[9] The educational environment of the time, coupled with the nationalistic fervor and the Indian independence movement, likely played a role in shaping her perspectives and interests.[10][11][12]
Selected works
editShe authored several books, primarily focusing on Indian history and culture. Some of her works include:[13]
- Makers of Indian Literature - focusing on the life and achievements of the poet and freedom fighter Sarojini Naidu.
- The Story of Karuvaki - A historical novel about Karuvaki, the second wife of the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka.[14]
- Indian Women - Profiles the lives of notable women in Indian history, highlighting their achievements and contributions to society.[15]
- Rebel With a Cause: The Life and Work of Dr. Satyajit Ray - Details the life of the famous Indian filmmaker Satyajit Ray, providing insights into his work and legacy.[16]
References
edit- ^ Socialist India. Indian National Congress. All India Congress Committee. 1970.
- ^ The National Union Catalogs, 1963-: A Cumulative Author List Representing Library of Congress Printed Cards and Titles Reported by Other American Libraries. Library of Congress. 1964.
- ^ Magill, Frank N. (2014-03-05). The 20th Century Go-N: Dictionary of World Biography, Volume 8. Routledge. ISBN 978-1-317-74060-5.
- ^ Sharma, Usha (2006-01-01). Female Labour in India. Mittal Publications. ISBN 978-81-8324-077-2.
- ^ Chakravarti, Uma (2014-10-27). Rewriting History: The Life and Times of Pandita Ramabai. Zubaan. ISBN 978-93-83074-63-1.
- ^ Mayer, Christine; Arredondo, Adelina (2020-05-06). Women, Power Relations, and Education in a Transnational World. Springer Nature. ISBN 978-3-030-44935-3.
- ^ Agarwal, Smita (2014-01-02). Marginalized: Indian Poetry in English. Rodopi. ISBN 978-94-012-1033-1.
- ^ A New Day: Essays on World Christianity in Honor of Lamin Sanneh. Peter Lang. 2010. ISBN 978-1-4331-0456-5.
- ^ Delhi, All India Radio (AIR), New (1966-12-04). AKASHVANI: Vol. XXXI, No.49 ( 4 DECEMBER, 1966 ). All India Radio (AIR),New Delhi.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ Mukhopadhyay, Priyasha (2024-08-20). Required Reading: The Life of Everyday Texts in the British Empire. Princeton University Press. ISBN 978-0-691-26154-6.
- ^ Rajyalakshmi, Dr P. V. (1977). The Lyric Spring : The Poetic Achievement Of Sarojini Naidu. Abhinav Publications. ISBN 978-81-7017-056-3.
- ^ Rao, D. S. (2004). Five Decades: The National Academy of Letters, India : a Short History of Sahitya Akademi. Sahitya Akademi. ISBN 978-81-260-2060-7.
- ^ Haddad, Yvonne Yazbeck; Findly, Ellison Banks (1985-09-01). Women, Religion, and Social Change. SUNY Press. ISBN 978-0-88706-069-4.
- ^ Long, Roger D. (2004). Charisma and Commitment in South Asian History: Essays Presented to Stanley Wolpert. Orient Blackswan. ISBN 978-81-250-2641-9.
- ^ Division, Publications. Women of India. Publications Division Ministry of Information & Broadcasting. ISBN 978-81-230-2284-0.
- ^ Kent, Eliza F. (2004). Converting Women: Gender and Protestant Christianity in Colonial South India. Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0-19-516507-4.