Netajir Sahadharmini by Shekhar Basu [Hardcover]

This book delves into the life of Emily Schenkl, the wife of Subhas Chandra Bose, exploring their unique and complex relationship. It reveals the many sacrifices, struggles, and challenges that Emily faced as she was not just a companion but a partner in his work and ideals. The book provides new insights into why and how Emily became Mrs. Subhas Chandra Bose, despite the many challenges and her personal choice to remain away from the limelight. It also sheds light on the profound silence of her life in Vienna, where she lived alone with memories of her extraordinary journey. The author, Shekhar Basu, based this intimate narrative on a personal interview with Emily, which unearths lesser-known facts, numerous photographs, and letters. The book brings to light many unknown facets of Emily's life, offering a fresh perspective on their partnership and the sacrifices they made.