Discover the gripping story of the Siachen war, a brutal conflict fought between India and Pakistan in the world’s highest battlefield. Myra MacDonald, a rare visitor to both sides of the Siachen glacier, offers an unparalleled, firsthand account of this surreal conflict. ‘White As Shroud’ delves into the harsh realities of high-altitude warfare where the elements claimed more lives than combat. This compelling narrative weaves together the broader geopolitical struggles in South and Central Asia, including the Kashmir conflict, India’s 1962 defeat by China, and the 1999 Kargil war. Get an insider’s perspective on the wars fought over barren lands and explore critical questions about national borders and the sacrifices made to defend them. A must-read for history and geopolitical enthusiasts.