Books by Navtej Sarna
A Flag to Live and Die For
This book traces the evolution of the Indian National Flag, the Triclor, from ancient symbols to nationalism
Crimson Spring
Crimson Spring is not just a powerful, unsettling look at a barbarous act, but also a wider meditation on the costs of colonialism and the sacrifices and heroism of ordinary men and women at a time of great cruelty and injustice.
The Exile
A nuanced and poignant novel based on the life of Maharaja Duleep Singh, the exiled last Maharaja of Punjab
The Book of Nanak
An Introduction to the Life and Teachings of the founder of the Sikh faith, Guru Nanak
Indians at Herod's Gate
An intriguing story of an age-old Indian presence in the heart of old Jerusalem.
Winter Evenings
Short stories that take you around the world.
Second Thoughts
Incisive, charming essays on books, writers and the writerly life.
Zafarnama
A translation of the stirring letter in Persian verse written by Guru Gobind Singh to Emperor Aurungzeb.
We Weren't Lovers Like That
A novel of love, loss and regret...and redemption.
Savage Harvest
A translation of the powerful partition stories of Mohinder Singh Sarna.
Folk Tales of Poland
A collection of stories reflecting the world of Polish fantasy and culture.