The life of patriot S Ambujammal is hugely inspiring. Born into a life of privilege, she instead chose to follow Mahatma Gandhi. Realising through her journey in the freedom struggle that her true calling lay in social service, Ambujammal founded the Srinivasa Gandhi Nilayam, to help women and children in need. The organisation continues to do its good work, quietly. Towards the end of her life, Ambujammal penned her biography. Titled Naan Kanda Bharatam, it is a ringside view of the freedom struggle, with Ambujammal herself being an active participant.
An English translation of the book by Sriram V was released earlier this month. Published by Rupa Publications and supported by the Tamil Nadu Textbook and Educational Services Corporation, the book is available on sale at Amazon and also local bookshops. Proceeds from the sale go to benefit Srinivasa Gandhi Nilayam.