Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw: The Man and His Times

The book is a reflection on Sam, his character traits, sense of humour, moral and professional courage and the enigma that made up his personality. It presents a unique insight to his thinking and his style of dealing with a spectrum of situations from the sublime to the mundane. Above all, it portrays his humility, his honesty and his respect for men in uniform, regardless of rank. It is anecdotal and an easy read as it walks you through his life from childhood to the pinnacle of glory.

Brigadier (Retd.) Behram M. Panthaki

Brigadier Behram M. Panthaki commanded the 2nd Battalion of the 8th Gorkha Rifles, served as Brigade Major, HQ 161 Infantry Brigade in J&K, was Colonel General Staff, HQ 3 Infantry Division in Ladakh, commanded 35 Infantry Brigade in Delhi and was Brigadier General Staff, HQ 12 Corps in Rajasthan. Theassignment he values most is as Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to General Sam Manekshaw. Zenobia Panthaki had a close association with Sam and his wife, Silloo, and was witness to many events described in this book.

Zenobia Panthaki

Zenobia Panthaki began her career with IBM after graduating from Delhi University. Since Behram was ADC to General Manekshaw, she had a close association with Sam and his wife, Silloo, and was witness to many events described in this book. In 1984 she joined the World Bank where she worked until her retirement in 2012. She currently lives in Washington DC and consults for the Bank.