Singh Konsam. Making of a General: A Himalayan Echo

Konark Publishers, 2020. — 227 p.Making of a General is about the unique journey of a village boy from a small hamlet of Manipur and his ascendance to become the first Three Star General of the Indian Army from North East India. The book takes the reader through the myriad places traversed by the author during his eventful career in the army. The chapter on the Kargil War and the author's tour of duty in the Siachen Glacier, 'the highest battlefield in the world', gives a vivid portrayal of happenings that bring out the deep sense of pride, honour and valour of the men he commanded. The book effectively brings to light the intrinsic challenges faced by those holding superior command posts in one of the most formidable forces in the world. With its incisive and frank writing, the book would prove to be a manual as well as a valuable reference material for the future generals of a 'Never say Die' army.