Farthest Field - An Indian Story of the Second World War

A history of WWII from an Indian perspective, told through the story of the author's family. India's was the largest volunteer army in history, and they fought for the British Empire, even as their countrymen fought to be free of it.

About the author

Raghu Karnad is an award-winning writer and journalist who lives between Bangalore and New Delhi, India. His essay detailing the origins of this book was described by Simon Schama as 'nothing short of brilliant'. 'Farthest Field' is his first book.

Summary

Described as ‘a masterpiece’ by critics, this remarkable book tells the story of war through the lives and deaths of a single family. Absolutely unforgettable new writing. If you loved The English Patient or Rohinton Mistry’s Fine Balance or Katherine Boo’s Behind the Beautiful Forevers, you will love this book.

Product details

• Authors: Raghu Karnad, Karnad Raghu
• Publisher: William Collins
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 31.05.2016
• EAN: 9780008115739
• ISBN: 978-0-00-811573-9
• No. of pages: 320
• Dimensions: 130 mm x 195 mm x 18 mm
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous; HISTORY / Military / General, 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000, India, Second World War, c 1938 to c 1946 (World War Two period), Asian History, Modern warfare, c 1939 to c 1945 (including WW2), War and defence operations, War & defence operations, HISTORY / Wars & Conflicts / World War II / General, HISTORY / Asia / South / India