The Life and Times of Madam Bhikaji Cama

Download or read book The Life and Times of Madam Bhikaji Cama written by Rachna Bhola 'Yamini' and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2016-01-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Madam Bhikaji Cama; a prominent personality of the Indian Nationalist Movement; was born on 24th September; 1861 in Bombay. She is known for her venture to hoist the Indian flag in a foreign land and announced it as ‘A flag of Independence’. She helped revolutionaries in every way whether with money; material or ideas. Madam Cama played a major role during Bombay Presidency famine and plague in 1896. She selflessly served the people who were affected and in distress. Together with Dadabhai Naoroji and Singh Rewabhai Rana. She was instrumental in establishing ‘Indian Home Rule Society’ with Shyamji Krishna Verma in February 1905. Madam Cama relocated to Paris in 1905 where she wrote; published and distributed revolutionary literature for the movement. When she attended the Socialist Conference at Stuttgart; she unfurled the first Indian National Flag. Cama remained in exile in Europe till 1935. Seriously ill and paralyzed by a stroke; Madam Cama returned to India and at the age of 74; she breathed her last. A philanthropist; considerate yet determined woman that Bhikaji Cama has been well portrayed in this inspiring biography. Selected Stories of Honoré de Balzac by Honoré de Balzac: In this collection, Honoré de Balzac presents a selection of his acclaimed short stories, showcasing his incredible talent for vivid storytelling and character development. With its rich language and engaging narratives, this book is a must-read for fans of classical literature. Key Aspects of the Book "Selected Stories of Honoré de Balzac": Collection of Short Stories: The book features a collection of acclaimed short stories by Honoré de Balzac. Vivid Storytelling and Character Development: The stories showcase Balzac's incredible talent for vivid storytelling and character development. Useful for Literature Enthusiasts: The book is useful for fans of classical literature and those interested in the works of Balzac. Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist and playwright who is regarded as one of the greatest writers of Western literature. His book, Selected Stories of Honoré de Balzac, is highly regarded for its captivating storytelling and rich language.