She Sang for India: How M.S. Subbulakshmi Used Her Voice for Change
Author: Surya Sajnani & Melita Thomas
ISBN: 9780374388744
Price: Rs. 1019.00 • ✓ 100% Genuine Publisher Edition
Book Overview
A picture book biography about M.S. Subbulakshmi, a powerful Indian singer who advocated for justice and peace through song.Before M.S. Subbulakshmi was a famous Carnatic singer and the first Indian woman to perform at the United Nations, she was a young girl with a prodigious voice.But Subbulakshmi was not free to sing everywhere. In early 1900s India, girls were not allowed to perform for the public. So Subbulakshmi busted barriers to sing at small festivals. Eventually, she broke tradition to record her first album. She did not stop here. At Gandhi's request, Subbulakshmi sang for India’s freedom. Her fascinating odyssey stretched across borders, and soon she was no longer just a young prodigy. She was a woman who changed the world.
Edition details: English, 320 pages. Reference ISBN: 9780374388744.
About the Author
Surya Sajnani & Melita Thomas is an acclaimed author whose published works are celebrated internationally for their insight, narrative skill, and enduring reader appeal.
Book Specifications & Quick Facts
- Reading Level
- General / Adult
- Language & Format
- English • Paperback
- ISBN Reference
- 9780374388744
- Publisher
- Pan Macmillan / International Publishers
- Pan-India Delivery
- Dispatches in 24–48 Hours across India
What is this book about?
A picture book biography about M.S. Subbulakshmi, a powerful Indian singer who advocated for justice and peace through song.Before M.S. Subbulakshmi was a famous Carnatic singer and the first Indian woman to perform at the United Nations, she was a young girl with a prodigious voice.But...
Who should read this book?
Recommended for readers who enjoy quality books and are looking for genuine, well-crafted literature by Surya Sajnani & Melita Thomas.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll love how Tractor Mac Arrives at the Farm gently welcomes young readers into a warm, friendly farm world. Through simple storytelling and charming characters, your child learns about fitting in, making friends, and finding confidence in a new place. It’s perfect for read‑aloud moments, bedtime routines, or preschool learning, with engaging farm themes that spark curiosity and comfort. A sweet, reassuring story that makes kids feel excited about new beginnings.
- Published by Pan Macmillan / International Publishers.
- Language: English.
- Page count: 320.
Catalog Description
A picture book biography about M.S. Subbulakshmi, a powerful Indian singer who advocated for justice and peace through song.Before M.S. Subbulakshmi was a famous Carnatic singer and the first Indian woman to perform at the United Nations, she was a young girl with a prodigious voice.But Subbulakshmi was not free to sing everywhere. In early 1900s India, girls were not allowed to perform for the public. So Subbulakshmi busted barriers to sing at small festivals. Eventually, she broke tradition to record her first album. She did not stop here. At Gandhi's request, Subbulakshmi sang for India’s freedom. Her fascinating odyssey stretched across borders, and soon she was no longer just a young...
Browse More on BookPyramid
Discover our Best Sellers, check out New Arrivals, or browse Award-Winning Books. You can also explore books by your favourite authors on our Authors page.