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Indian author, Journalist (1905–1988)
Padmini Sathianadhan Sengupta
Born1905
Died1988
Occupation(s)Author, Journalist and historian

Padmini Sathianadhan Sengupta (1905–1988) was an Indian author, Journalist and historian known for her contributions to Indian literature and historical writings. She authored a biography titled “Makers of Indian Literature”, focusing on the life and achievements of the poet and freedom fighter Sarojini Naidu.

Early life

Padmini Sengupta was born in 1910 in India. She pursued higher education in India, which provided her with a strong foundation in literary and historical studies. 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.

Selected works

She authored several books, primarily focusing on Indian history and culture. Some of her works include:

  • 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.
  • Indian Women - Profiles the lives of notable women in Indian history, highlighting their achievements and contributions to society.
  • 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.

References

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  6. Mayer, Christine; Arredondo, Adelina (2020-05-06). Women, Power Relations, and Education in a Transnational World. Springer Nature. ISBN 978-3-030-44935-3.
  7. Agarwal, Smita (2014-01-02). Marginalized: Indian Poetry in English. Rodopi. ISBN 978-94-012-1033-1.
  8. A New Day: Essays on World Christianity in Honor of Lamin Sanneh. Peter Lang. 2010. ISBN 978-1-4331-0456-5.
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  12. 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.
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