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“101 Great Revolutionary Freedom Fighters of India” by Prof. K.L. Johar is an extraordinary collection that immortalizes the stories of 101 revolutionaries who refused to follow Gandhi’s non-violent path and instead chose the road of armed resistance.
Spanning the period from 1857 to 1947, this book captures the courage, sacrifices, and determination of India’s forgotten warriors—men and women who carried pistols, bombs, and revolutionary zeal to challenge the mighty British Empire.
While history often glorifies Mahatma Gandhi and his strategy of Satyagraha, this encyclopaedic volume reminds us of the blood, sweat, and lives of revolutionaries like Ram Prasad Bismil, Bhagat Singh, Batukeshwar Dutt, Chandra Shekhar Azad, Udham Singh, and countless unsung heroes who shook the foundations of British rule.
Richly researched and written with passion, the book brings to light lesser-known fighters from almost every state of India, ensuring their sacrifices are remembered. It is not just a book—it is a tribute to bravery, patriotism, and the undying spirit of India’s freedom struggle.
A must-read for students, researchers, and anyone who wishes to know the real and complete story of India’s independence.
Keypoints:
- Encyclopaedia of 101 revolutionaries from 1857–1947.
- Covers both famous icons and lesser-known heroes.
- Richly researched
- deeply inspiring narratives.
- Highlights armed struggles ignored in mainstream history.
- Written by acclaimed scholar and historian Prof. K.L. Johar.
Bullets:
- 📖 101 inspiring life stories of India’s revolutionary freedom fighters.
- 🔥 Focus on armed struggle beyond Gandhi’s Satyagraha.
- A tribute to forgotten heroes from across India.
- ✍️ Written by renowned author Prof. K.L. Johar.
- 🎓 Essential reading for students, history lovers, and researchers.
Information
| Format | Paperback , EBook |
|---|---|
| ISBN No. | 9789363883000 |
| Publication date | 24 September 2025 |
| Publisher | Rigi Publication |
| Publication City/Country: | India |
| Language | English |
| Book Pages | 424 |
| Book Size | 5.5" x 8.5" |
| Book Interior | Black & white interior with white paper (Premium Quality) |
About Author
Prof. K.L. Johar (b. 1936) is a distinguished scholar, author, and educationist with a literary career spanning decades. With over 35 books to his credit, including acclaimed works such as Martyr Bhagat Singh, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, and Ajit Singh – An Exiled Revolutionary, he has established himself as one of India’s leading historians of revolutionary movements.
An MA and PhD in English Literature, Prof. Johar served as the Vice-Chancellor of Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology (Hisar) and earlier as Pro-Vice Chancellor of Kurukshetra University. Born in Sargodha (now in Pakistan), he migrated to India during Partition and spent most of his life in Haryana.
At 89, Prof. Johar continues his intellectual journey with the same zeal, having recently published India’s Greatest Reformers: 51 Extraordinary Stories. Widely respected in academic and literary circles, he has also travelled extensively across Europe, America, and Canada, contributing to global discussions on education and literature.
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