Discover the compelling life of George Fernandes, the firebrand trade union leader and socialist, in ‘The Life and Times of George Fernandes.’ This definitive biography, winner of the Ramnath Goenka Award, chronicles his remarkable journey from Bombay’s streets to the corridors of power. Explore his pivotal role in the 1974 railway strike, his resistance during the Emergency, and his persistent fight for workers’ rights. Author Rahul Ramagundam meticulously traces Fernandes’ political evolution and the trajectory of India’s Socialist and Opposition parties. This evocative and comprehensive account offers deep insights into a life dedicated to relentless activism and is an essential read for understanding modern Indian political history. A truly unputdownable biography.