Reading Log (Biography)

Name: I Kenken Sukma Nur Umi Heryanto

NPM: 222122103

Class: C

Day 1 Tuesday Date: 21 February 2023 Time: 19.00-20.00
First Person	Elon Musk
His Biography	Elon Musk is a South African-born American entrepreneur, investor, and engineer. Born on June 28, 1971, in Pretoria, South Africa, Musk showed a keen interest in technology from an early age. He moved to the United States to attend the University of Pennsylvania and later founded several successful technology companies. Musk's first major success came with the creation of PayPal, an online payment system, which he co-founded in 1999. After selling PayPal to eBay in 2002, Musk went on to establish several other groundbreaking companies, including SpaceX, Tesla Inc., Neuralink, and The Boring Company. SpaceX, founded in 2002, is a private space exploration company that aims to reduce space transportation costs and enable the colonization of Mars. In 2012, SpaceX became the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station. Tesla, founded in 2003, designs and manufactures electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and solar products. The company has revolutionized the automotive industry with its electric cars, and Musk has become a leading figure in the fight against climate change. Musk has also founded Neuralink, a neurotechnology company that aims to develop implantable brain-machine interfaces, and The Boring Company, which aims to revolutionize transportation by building underground tunnels for high-speed travel. Musk is known for his ambitious goals and his determination to change the world through technology. He has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the Heinlein Prize for Advances in Space Commercialization and the Royal Aeronautical Society Gold Medal. He has also been named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world. In addition to his work in technology, Musk is also known for his philanthropic efforts, including his support for education and renewable energy.
His Photo
Sources	https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/elon-musk-5562.php
The Amount of Words on Text	1179 words.
What Makes You Interested in This Person	Due to his ambition to conduct colonization on the planet Mars.
Comment After Reading	I am impressed by his thinking, which can be said to be very forward-looking.
New Vocabularies Found	Prolific, throughout, fortune, milestones, philanthropic, illustrious, spouse, ancestry, prodigious, Apartheid, venture, recession, shareholder, prominent, triplets, owing, and notoriously.

Day 1 Tuesday Date: 21 February 2023 Time: 20.00-21.00
Second Person	Rowan Atkinson
His Biography	Rowan Sebastian Atkinson is an English actor, comedian, and writer, best known for his iconic character Mr. Bean. Born on January 6, 1955, in Consett, County Durham, England, Atkinson grew up in a middle-class family and attended Newcastle University where he earned a degree in electrical engineering. Atkinson began his career in comedy as a part of the sketch comedy group, 'The Not the Nine O'Clock News' in the late 1970s. He became a household name in the 1980s with his performance as Edmund Blackadder in the television series 'Blackadder'. However, it was his creation of the character Mr. Bean that brought him global fame and success. The character of Mr. Bean, who is a childlike, eccentric, and often self-centered man, was created by Atkinson while he was studying for his master's degree in electrical engineering. The character first appeared in a one-off comedy special in 1990 and went on to become a popular television series and movie franchise. Apart from his work in comedy, Atkinson has also acted in several films including the James Bond movie 'Never Say Never Again' (1983), 'The Lion King' (1994), and the Johnny English film series (2003-2018). Atkinson has received numerous accolades for his work in comedy, including BAFTA Awards, an Olivier Award, and an honorary CBE. He is also a car enthusiast and has participated in several racing events. Atkinson has been married twice and has two children.
His Photo
Sources	https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/rowan-sebastian-atkinson-2763.php
The Amount of Words on Text	1393 words.
What Makes You Interested in This Person	I like his funny character in the movie and TV series (Mr. Bean).
Comment After Reading	It's fascinating to discover that Rowan Atkinson, the actor behind the humorous character in the Mr. Bean movies, is actually a genius who graduated from Newcastle University.
New Vocabularies Found	Pliant, buffoon, snooty, grandee, rib-tickling, lampoons, stint, staunch, widespread, ostensible, enthralled, and restriction.

Day 2 Wednesday Date: 22 February 2023 Time: 20.00-21.00
Third Person	St. Joan of Arc (Jeanne d'Arc)
Her Biography	Joan of Arc was a French heroine and Catholic saint who played a significant role in the Hundred Years' War between France and England. Born in 1412 in Domrémy, France, she claimed to have heard the voices of Saint Michael, Saint Catherine, and Saint Margaret, who instructed her to lead the French army against the English. At the age of 17, Joan of Arc convinced the local baron to take her to the Dauphin, the future King Charles VII of France. She gained his trust and led the French army to several important victories, including the lifting of the siege of Orléans in 1429. This victory is considered a turning point in the Hundred Years' War, which eventually led to the French victory and the crowning of Charles VII. Joan of Arc was later captured by the English and put on trial for heresy and witchcraft. She was found guilty and burned at the stake in Rouen in 1431. In 1456, she was posthumously acquitted and declared a martyr and a saint by the Catholic Church. Joan of Arc's story has inspired countless works of literature, art, and film. She has been celebrated as a symbol of French patriotism, and her courage and leadership have made her a feminist icon. She is also known for her strong faith and devotion to God, and her life and legacy continue to inspire people around the world. Joan of Arc's legacy has been commemorated in many ways, including the construction of statues and memorials, and her name is now synonymous with courage, determination, and selflessness. She remains a beloved and celebrated figure in French history and is considered one of the greatest heroes of all time.
Her Photo
Sources	https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/saint-joan-of-arc-1858.php
The Amount of Words on Text	1124 words.
What Makes You Interested in This Person	Joan of Arc sometimes appears as a character in a game, which got me interested in reading her biography.
Comment After Reading	She was an amazing woman. At a young age, she became a hero for her country. It's a shame that she had to die in such an undignified way. I mean, why would someone who is a hero be treated like that?
New Vocabularies Found	Crucial, archangels, saints, coronation, witchcraft, subsequently, acres, pious, paved, witnessed, scattered, posthumous retrial, martyr, and epitome.

Day 2 Wednesday Date: 22 February 2023 Time: 21.00-22.00
Fourth Person	Nikola Tesla
His Biography	Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and futurist who is best known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply system. Born on July 10, 1856, in modern-day Croatia, Tesla was a brilliant and eccentric individual who possessed an exceptional intellect and an insatiable curiosity for understanding the natural world. He is widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential inventors in history, having been responsible for a number of groundbreaking technological advancements, including the development of wireless communication and the invention of the Tesla coil. Tesla's interest in electricity began during his studies in physics and mathematics in his home country, which led him to eventually immigrate to the United States in the 1880s. While there, he worked with some of the most prominent figures of his time, including Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse. Despite initial collaborations with Edison, the two eventually became rivals due to differing opinions on the use of direct current (DC) versus AC power systems. Ultimately, Tesla's AC system prevailed, and it has since become the standard for electrical power transmission across the globe. Over the course of his career, Tesla was awarded numerous patents and made several groundbreaking discoveries, many of which have had a lasting impact on modern technology. Some of his most notable contributions include the invention of the Tesla coil, the development of X-rays, and the creation of the first electric motor. He was also a strong advocate for renewable energy and believed in the potential for harnessing energy from the Earth's natural resources, such as the sun and wind. Despite his many successes, Tesla's life was not without challenges. He was known for being extremely reclusive and eccentric, often working in isolation and displaying erratic behavior. Additionally, his financial difficulties and disputes with investors and business partners caused him to suffer significant setbacks, both personally and professionally. Nikola Tesla died on January 7, 1943, at the age of 86. His contributions to science and technology continue to be recognized and celebrated to this day, and his legacy has inspired countless innovators and inventors to pursue their passions and push the boundaries of what is possible.
His Photo
Sources	https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/nikola-tesla-2452.php
The Amount of Words on Text	1264 words.
What Makes You Interested in This Person	I'm interested because his name is quite often mentioned in conversations related to science.
Comment After Reading	He is a very brilliant person, with many of his inventions being very useful in modern times.
New Vocabularies Found	Futurist, prodigy, eidetic, fluorescent, marred, poverty, generous, penniless, knack, draftsman, polyphase, and attorney.

Day 3 Thursday Date: 23 February 2023 Time: 04.00-05.00
Fifth Person	Simo Häyhä
His Biography	Simo Häyhä was a Finnish sniper who is regarded as one of the deadliest snipers in history. He was born on December 17, 1905, in the municipality of Rautjärvi in Finland, and served in the Finnish Army during the Winter War of 1939-1940 against the Soviet Union. Häyhä was a member of the 6th Company of the 34th Infantry Regiment, and he fought in the heavily forested area of the Karelian Isthmus, which is located in the south of Finland. He was credited with killing 505 enemy soldiers, many of whom were Russian snipers, during a period of just 100 days. This remarkable feat was accomplished using a Mosin-Nagant rifle with iron sights, and Häyhä often used snow to help hide his position. Häyhä was known for his exceptional marksmanship, as well as his patience and discipline. He was also skilled at camouflage and was known to use his surroundings to conceal his position. Häyhä was wounded in battle by an explosive bullet and was left with a permanent facial injury, but he recovered and continued to serve in the Finnish military. After the war, Häyhä returned to his hometown of Rautjärvi, where he lived a quiet life until his death in 2002 at the age of 96. Häyhä is remembered as a hero in Finland, and his legacy has been celebrated in numerous books, films, and documentaries. He is regarded as an inspiration to many, both for his incredible marksmanship and his bravery in battle.
His Photo
Sources	https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/simo-hyh-39256.php
The Amount of Words on Text	1301 words.
What Makes You Interested in This Person	I'm interested in his story, and why he was tagged "White Death"?
Comment After Reading	He killed 505 to 542 Soviet Union soldiers during the Winter War. He managed to escape death multiple times, even though he suffered facial injuries from a bullet explosion, but he managed to survive. Simo Häyhä was later tagged "White Death" by Red Army, and he is the most deadly sniper in the history of warfare.
New Vocabularies Found	Pursuits, heritage, vulnerable, ascertaining, chaplain, and municipality.

Day 3 Thursday Date: 23 February 2023 Time: 07.00-08.00
Sixth Person	Avicenna (Ibnu Sina)
His Biography	Ibn Sina, also known as Avicenna, was a Persian polymath who is regarded as one of the most significant physicians, philosophers, and scientists of the Islamic Golden Age. He was born in 980 in the city of Afshana, near Bukhara in present-day Uzbekistan, and died in 1037 in the city of Hamadan, Iran. Ibn Sina made significant contributions to the fields of medicine, philosophy, astronomy, mathematics, and theology. He wrote over 450 works, many of which are still considered influential today, and his most famous book is "The Canon of Medicine," which was used as a medical textbook in Europe for several centuries. In the field of medicine, Ibn Sina's work was based on the principle of "humors," or bodily fluids, and he believed that disease was caused by an imbalance of these humors. He also made important contributions to the understanding of infectious diseases, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of various conditions. In the field of philosophy, Ibn Sina was a follower of Aristotle and believed in the existence of a single, universal God. He also wrote extensively on metaphysics, logic, ethics, and political philosophy, and his ideas had a significant influence on the development of Islamic philosophy. Ibn Sina's contributions to the fields of astronomy and mathematics were also significant. He wrote a treatise on the geometry of conic sections, and his work on the subject was influential in Europe during the Renaissance. Ibn Sina's legacy has been celebrated in many ways, including the construction of statues and memorials in his honor, and his name is now synonymous with the advancement of knowledge and scholarship in the Islamic world. He is regarded as one of the greatest thinkers in history and has had a lasting impact on many fields of study.
His Photo
Sources	https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/avicenna-4127.php
The Amount of Words on Text	1274 words.
What Makes You Interested in This Person	I became interested after knowing that he is referred to as the father of medicine.
Comment After Reading	He deserves to be known as the father of medicine. His works in the field of medicine are highly useful, and he even has a famous book titled "The Canon of Medicine".
New Vocabularies Found	Polymath, physiciansand, poetry, subsequently, Hellenistic, jurisprudence, eluded, ailment, profusion, patrons, westwards, stipend, contagious, banishment, relinquished, vizier, and apothecary.

Day 4 Friday Date: 24 February 2023 Time: 04.00-05.00
Seventh Person	Nelson Mandela
His Biography	Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, politician, and philanthropist who is widely regarded as one of the most influential and respected leaders in modern history. He was born on July 18, 1918, in the village of Mvezo in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, and he died on December 5, 2013, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mandela spent most of his life fighting against the apartheid regime in South Africa, which was a system of racial segregation and discrimination that favored white South Africans over the country's black majority. He became involved in politics at an early age and was a key figure in the African National Congress (ANC), a political party that fought for the rights of black South Africans. In 1964, Mandela was arrested and charged with treason, and he was subsequently sentenced to life in prison. He spent the next 27 years of his life in jail, during which time he became an international symbol of resistance against apartheid. In 1990, Mandela was released from prison, and he worked to negotiate a peaceful transition to democracy in South Africa. In 1994, South Africa held its first democratic elections, and Mandela was elected as the country's first black president. During his presidency, he worked to promote reconciliation between black and white South Africans and to address the country's deep-seated social and economic problems. Mandela's legacy is celebrated around the world, and he is widely regarded as one of the most important figures in the fight against racial oppression and injustice. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993, and he has been honored with numerous other awards and accolades for his contributions to peace and social justice. Throughout his life, Mandela remained committed to the principles of justice, equality, and human rights, and he has inspired generations of people around the world to work for a better and more just society.
His Photo
Sources	https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/nelson-mandela-59.php
The Amount of Words on Text	2640 words.
What Makes You Interested in This Person	I am interested in how he struggled to eradicate the Apartheid system.
Comment After Reading	I am amazed by his years-long struggle to eradicate the highly detrimental Apartheid system to his people.
New Vocabularies Found	Apartheid, rebelliousness, methodist, inaugural, councillor, monarch, tremendously, undergo, circumcision, attorney, terblanche, briggish, disobedience, prominence, chauffeur, and woodpecker.

Day 4 Friday Date: 24 February 2023 Time: 07.00-08.00
Eighth Person	Umar Bin Khattab
His Biography	Umar ibn al-Khattab, also known as Umar, was one of the most influential figures in the early history of Islam. He was born in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, in 584 CE and died in Medina, Saudi Arabia, in 644 CE. Umar was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the earliest converts to Islam. He played a key role in the spread of the faith, and after the Prophet's death, he was chosen as the second caliph, or leader, of the Islamic community. As caliph, Umar oversaw a period of rapid expansion for the Islamic empire, with the Muslim armies conquering vast territories in the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. He is also known for his strict adherence to Islamic law and his efforts to promote justice and equality within the Muslim community. Umar's legacy is celebrated by Muslims around the world, and he is regarded as one of the most important figures in the early history of Islam. His leadership and example continue to inspire generations of Muslims to this day. Umar is also remembered for his personal piety and humility, as well as his commitment to the welfare of the poor and the needy. He is said to have made frequent visits to the marketplaces of Medina to ensure that prices were fair and that the people were being treated justly. Umar was assassinated in 644 CE by a Persian slave, but his legacy lives on through his contributions to the Islamic faith and his example of leadership, justice, and piety.
His Photo	(No Photo)
Sources	https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/umar-37790.php
The Amount of Words on Text	1881 words.
What Makes You Interested in This Person	I am interested in reading his biography because he is one of the companions of the Prophet.
Comment After Reading	I am very impressed with Umar. From initially hating Islam, he then became one of the people who loved Islam very much and became a companion of Prophet Muhammad. He also became one of the caliphs of Islam after the passing of the Prophet.
New Vocabularies Found	Caliph, rashidun caliphate, epithet, ascetic, and prosperity.