J. F. Laldailova

J. F. Laldailova or Joseph Francis Laldailova (9125-1979) was a writer of Mizo literature. He joined Saint Placid's High School in Chittagong in 1935. He later joined the Indian Air Force as a bandmaster.[1] Revered as Mizo William Shakespeare, JF Laldailova was known for his extensive knowledge of Mizo literature and for his exceptional command of English and the Mizo language.[2] He is best remembered for his English to Mizo dictionary,[3] and also for his translation works, literary criticism and being the editor of a literary magazine.[4]

J. F. Laldailova
Born1925
Tlangnuam, Aizawl Mizoram, India
Died1979
Tlangnuam, Aizawl
Occupation(s)Academic
Writer
Known forMizo literature
SpouseMargaret Thangzawni(m 1952-1970)
Children
  • Jacob Thangchuanga
  • Henry Hunthara
  • Bernadet Lalthangpuii
  • Lalthangzaui
  • John Francis Thangrimawia
  • Peter Lalthangkima
  • C Zohmangaiha
ParentPeter Thangphunga Agnes Saichhungi

See also

References
  1. "I Hriat Ngai Loh JF-a Chu (The JF you never knew)". Mizo Archive. 18 September 2016. Retrieved 3 January 2019.
  2. "JF Laldailova hming a dai lo". Zozam Weekly. 14 June 2010. Retrieved 3 January 2019.
  3. "8. J.F.LALDAILOVA". Nunkhua. Retrieved 3 January 2019.
  4. "JF Laldailova (1925 – 1979)". Lengpuiair. 4 July 2013. Retrieved 3 January 2019.


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