BREAKING ROCKS AND BARRIERS Paperback

"Breaking Rocks and Barriers: Memoirs of a Geologist and Mountaineer" by Sudipta Sengupta is a captivating autobiography that chronicles the extraordinary life of a pioneering Indian woman who defied societal norms to pursue her passions in science and adventure. As one of the first Indian women to venture into the male-dominated fields of geology and mountaineering, and a recipient of the prestigious Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize, Sengupta shares her thrilling experiences and fieldwork around the globe. From encountering snakes in Indian mines and trekking across glaciers in Norway to being one of the first Indian women to set foot on Antarctica, the book offers a rare glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of a woman who carved her own path, inspiring readers to dream big and overcome their own barriers.