Product Description
Two decades after India's resounding victory at Kargil, stories and accounts of the war continue to be narrated with immense pride. Yet, one pertinent perspective has been largely overlooked – that of the army wives. In this remarkable book, Shikha Akhilesh Saxena, wife of artillery officer Captain Akhilesh Saxena, describes the turmoil endured by the families of military officers in the face of conflict.
As a young couple, Shikha and Akhilesh unexpectedly found themselves in the midst of war. Shikha deftly depicts her own experiences as well as those of Akhilesh, who took part in missions at Tololing, the Hump and Three Pimples. What does a soldier go through, when marching off to a near-suicidal mission? And what does it take to survive, even thrive, having sustained serious injuries in battle?
This detailed memoir shows the boundless bravery of the Indian troops, as well as the emotional tumult experienced by their families both during and after the war. Nation First is a story of grit, determination and heroic patriotism shown by the men and women who give their all to safeguard the country.
Product Details
Title: | Nation First : The Story of a Kargil War Hero [Paperback] SHIKHA AKHILESH SAXENA |
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Author: | Shikha Akhilesh Saxena |
Publisher: | Hachette India |
SKU: | BK0475511 |
EAN: | 9789357311663 |
Number Of Pages: | 240 |
Language: | English |
Binding: | Paper Back |
Reading age : | All |
I have always been curious about the lives of Armed Forces personnel. I used to wonder how they could be so dedicated and sincere. Who would be willing to sacrifice their life for their profession? Most of the time, they are on duty, and I often wondered how their families managed without them, especially during festivals and important family gatherings. This book has been an eye-opener for me, as it provided answers to many of my questions. The detailed descriptions of the culture and traditions of the Indian Army are seamlessly woven into the story. I couldn't help but get goosebumps while reading the chapters about the Kargil war. Normally, I find it difficult to finish a book, but I couldn't stop reading this one. I am glad that I bought it based on the reviews I read on Amazon. This book is packed with powerful details about the Army and the Kargil War. Thank you, Shikha Akhilesh, for sharing your memoir with us in the form of the book "Nation First."