Reporting India: My Seventy-year Journey as a Journalist
Prem Prakash's 'Reporting India' serves as an enthralling portal into the world of a trailblazing Indian journalist whose chronicles span over seven decades. This insightful memoir paints a vivid portrait of his extraordinary journey as a photographer, film cameraman, and columnist, capturing the essence of pivotal occurrences in both Indian and global historical narratives. From catastrophic natural phenomena to fiercely contested wars, from military upheavals to grassroots revolts, Prakash’s account is a rich tapestry of transformative instances that have influenced the fabric of the nation. The pages unfold with his personal encounters and professional escapades, enriching the narrative with striking memories of major events he witnessed, including the 1962 Indo-China conflict, the tumultuous engagements in 1965 and 1971 with Pakistan, the imposition of the Emergency, the assassination of Indira Gandhi, and the emergence of Narendra Modi. 'Reporting India' not only pays homage to Prakash’s substantial contributions but also emerges as an essential historical chronicle, illuminating the significant milestones in India’s evolution.
- Author: Prem Prakash
- Publisher: Penguin (20 November 2020)
- Genre: Journalism & Media Studies
- ISBN: 978-0670093984
- Pages: 264 pages