Why I Am An Atheist and Other Works

by Bhagat Singh

In the fight for India’s independence, Bhagat Singh stands out not only as a resolute revolutionary, but also as a critical thinker. Why I Am An Atheist and Other Works offers a compelling glimpse into his intellectual rigor and unyielding spirit. This collection of essays, letters, and speeches span from introspective essays such as ‘Why I Am An Atheist’, to his reflections on his involvement in the Central Legislative Assembly bombing. Singh’s writings reveal his deep commitment to justice and bold stance against the status quo that continue to inspire generations.
With an introduction by esteemed historian and expert on Bhagat Singh, Dr. S. Irfan Habib, this edition provides a unique opportunity to explore the mind of a martyr whose legacy continues to inspire and provoke thought.

160 pages, Paperback

Published February 11, 2025

About the author

Bhagat Singh was an Indian socialist considered to be one of the most influential revolutionaries of the Indian independence movement. He is often referred to as "Shaheed Bhagat Singh", the word "Shaheed" meaning "martyr" in a number of South Asian and Middle Eastern languages. Born into a Sikh family which had earlier been involved in revolutionary activities against the British Raj, as a teenager Singh studied European revolutionary movements and was attracted to anarchist and Marxist ideologies. He became involved in numerous revolutionary organisations, and quickly rose through the ranks of the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) to become one of its main leaders, eventually changing its name to the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) in 1928.

Reviews

[Ashish · Rating 5 out of 5]

A glimpse into the life of Bhagat Singh, the Great. I was surprised by his historical contribution at such a tender age. At the age of 23 , singh the great devoured almost all major literary works and created his own framework of the values , even at the metre of socialism or communism, his ideas are quite impressive and in sync with the Indian environment. This book is a compilation of his letters, speech and statement given in his proceedings. A quick read..

[vitasta · Rating 5 out of 5]

pats on my back for choosing to read a stellar 23 year old the week i turn 23. inspiring, angering and makes me want to keep going.

[Dhinesh SDK · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book about a revolutionary radical reformer and his ill fate