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"Prayer is not asking. Prayer is putting oneself in the hands of God, at His disposition, and listening to His voice in the depth of our hearts."
A British Army Officer who played a major part in fighting the French in Canada.
An American poet and newspaper editor, known as the Poet of the American revolution.
Russian born American scientist, professor of bio-chemistry and the Author of science fiction novel.
A British photographer whose subjects include many icons of 1960s.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad, President of India establishes the highest Civilian Honour Awards "The Bharat Ratna". It is given for exceptional services of Literature, Art and Science.
The Soviets launch Luna I, the first unmanned spacecraft bound for the moon.
Radio and television advertising of cigarettes ends as a result of legislation passed by the U.S. Congress.
13 miners traps in an explosion in the Sago Mine in West Virginia. Only one of them survives.
One of the most regarded prolific writers of 20th century's, who is well known for science-fiction works, was born on 2, January 1920, in Russia. He served as a biochemistry professor at Boston University. Asimov wrote fantasy and mysteries books too. In 1950, he published his first novel, Pebble in the Sky. In his popular science books, he interestingly describes scientific concepts in a historical way. He mentions in his books the birth dates, death dates and nationalities for his characters, which makes it more interesting. Asimov also served as the member and Vice President of Mensa International. He also served as the President of the American Humanist Association. The asteroid 5020 Asimov, a crater on the planet Mars, a Brooklyn elementary school, and a literary award are named in his honor. Asimov died in New York City on April 6, 1992.
Author : Dr. Nidhi Jindal