Author has weaved with the finest threads the hazardous life of a soldier with a breezy wit and skill. It tells the reader what it takes to adorn a uniform where life revolves around possibilities. A gripping and deeply moving account of widows and siblings of soldiers killed in action and their inspiring courage to bear the gush of loss of their loved one. They suffer and struggle yet are filled with an ardent desire; a family janoon; to send their wards to join the forces and serve the Nation. It is an excellent account of conduct of a "Special Operation" with precision much different from a Surgical Strike, but no less hazardous. It is homage for all times, past, present and future to men who adorn uniform and live "A Life At The Edge". In an ode to a soldier, the author makes a passionate appeal to the countrymen.... "To spare a moment, Stand in solemn silence, Pray for the departed soul, Salute the limping, When he passes by.” Hardyal singh verma (Hardyal) graduated with Honours from Delhi University and Post Graduated from IARI. After a small stint with State Department he opted for uniform. He is recipient of GALLANTRY and MERITORIOUS SERVICE medals. He retired as Commandant (SG) from BSF.
