Author Bio: Suhail Mathur is an alumnus of Delhi Public School NOIDA and currently pursuing his BA.LLB (HONS.) from National Law University, Delhi. An avid debater, filmmaker and quiz enthusiast, he has won more than hundred such competitions. Winner of Tales Pensieve’s Best Book Reviewer Award, 2013 and a finalist on Zee Cinema’s reality show, Klub MJ Hunt, Suhail is one of the youngest debuting Indian authors to write Historical Fiction.
Featured in all leading newspapers as a child prodigy, he has been interviewed by various news channels on matters of sports and films. Besides having won several literary competitions and penning down many legal articles, Suhail has finished writing his second and third novels as well. THE BHAIRAV PUTRAS is his first book
Synopsis of the book: Circa – 1936! While most of India grapples under the rule of the foreign yoke, the small but hustling bustling town of Bhairavgarh; famous for its gigantic golden statue of Lord Bhairav that had been the centre of attraction for invaders like Ghori, Ghazni, Timur, & Abdali, suddenly goes through a transitional phase as the mighty Britishers set up their cantonment area in the town. With events that unease, shock and violate the sentiments of the townsfolk, one man – Keshav, the young & dynamic son of the local Zamindar, cautiously gathers a group of men from different walks of life and with different motives, to strategically plan the unthinkable…a Revolution ! A revolution to overthrow the Britishers not just by force but also through wit & intellect!
What happens when a group of men take on the might of the British empire and embark on an adventurous journey to encounter four mysterious strangers, while in search of a long forgotten book written in the times of Emperor Ashoka which holds the answer to several secrets, even as the English are besieged with problems ranging from the outbreak of the Second World War in 1939 to Gandhi’s ways & means of achieving Independence.
Read on THE BHAIRAV PUTRAS to know more about the classic and legendary tale of a band of men who defied the norms to fight guns, deception and intrigue at every corner of their thrilling escapades which unfortunately got lost, somewhere in the annals of History !
Endorsement Blurbs: "A fascinating historical fiction, this novel races along in a fast-paced thrilling narrative. The story is set in past but confront issues of our times. It’s dealt so confidently that I’m surprised this is a first novel."– Mayank Austen Soofi, Author & Historian
“Welcome to an exciting journey ... a gripping tale of vivid imagination and deft use of words..... a terrific read , the book transports you to a different era and keeps you totally engrossed.”
- Amrit Mathur, Cricket Analyst, Writer, and Partner – Delhi Daredevils
"I often wonder if my six year old son Raj would truly understand what many have sacrificed to see a free India today? I always wonder if many among us spare a thought. The price of our freedom?
It is perhaps books like this that bring alive the moments that defined our destiny today, and authors who revisit and recapture that spirit that makes us pause and go back to a time where freedom was still captivity.
I am inspired when I browsed through the pages ... The author's style is fresh and re creates images convincingly, and reminds me how valuable our time as a Democratic India is!"
–Ajit Agarkar, Indian Cricketing All Rounder & Cricket Expert
“The Bhairava Putras” is a story of uprising of a small town against its high and mighty colonial masters. It is not only a story of revolt against cultural imperialism but is also a fight for one’s freedom. The message and the story are both relevant for today’s time when cultural imperialism is shaking the traditions and customs of our society. On the whole it is an interesting effort. I offer all my best wishes to the author.”
- Amarendra Sharan, Ex Additional Solicitor General of India
ENDORSEMENT BLURBS
“Brilliant...gripping suspense...racy.... There is a crisp freshness about the writing which makes it thoroughly enjoyable. Not only is the story line absorbing but the style is mature as well, which makes you want to read more. A magnificent read and a sure shot bestseller.”
- Neelima Dalmia Adhar, Author & Poetess
"I found this first novel by a promising young author an interesting mix of fiction, fact, history and myth. The tale of conflict between the imperious British rulers and their Indian subjects is etched in shades of grey, rather than black and white. The story develops gradually and subtly beyond the usual tale of the colonial encounter where rapacious officer meets downtrodden peasant to bring in a range of characters who people the setting. Set in the last decades of colonial rule, it brings to light a fascinating period of modern history in an extremely readable form. I found it most encouraging that a young student of law has delved into the history of our independence movement and presented it in a way that would reach across to his generation."
- Sucheta Mahajan, Author & Prof. of History at JNU
"What a wonderful book! A storyline brilliantly interweaving history, action and wit with thrill, deception and mythology. Feel extremely proud that a young law student has handled such a theme with deftness and requisite thrill to make it all the more interesting for the readers. Happy that Suhail has also paid homage to the first Registrar of the National Law University, Delhi; Late Prof. (Dr.) Ghanshyam Singh by naming the lead character's father, Ghanshyam. A fascinating and gripping tale for all ages...don't miss it"
- Prof.(Dr.)Ranbir Singh, Member Sri Krishna Committee & Vice Chancellor, National Law University, Delhi
ENDORSEMENT BLURBS
“A brilliant, engrossing piece from a debutant writer who reaches out to the readers through his pictorial writing style and vivid imagination. The blend of historical facts and fiction makes the narrative fast and thrilling. The smooth anecdotes and characters make a subtle resemblance to the present times...making the reader pause and think. It’s not always the victory of the mighty but wit and strategic astuteness has a greater role to play...”
- Shyam Grover, Group Editor & CEO, Lex Witness - India's 1st Magazine on Legal & Corporate Affairs
“Suhail Mathur has taken an important and unusual step in undertaking a historical novel when most young legal trainees would be focused exclusively on learning the ropes for the legal profession - his dedication in completing a work of historical fiction based on India's freedom struggle at such a young age is truly impressive. His topic of choice also shows courage and the will to tread a different path and make the effort that goes with it: I hope Suhail finds the encouragement needed from his first endeavour to continue to explore creative aspects of life, even as he builds his legal career.”
- Ajay Bahl, Partner, AZB & Partners
It is really appreciated by famous personality and I am sure readers interested in historical fiction will also enjoy it. As an avid reader, I am also interested to purchase this book and Strongly recommend to all my readers.
The book can be available on: http://www.infibeam.com/Books/bhairav-putras-suhail-mathur/9788192861982.html?utm_term=The+Bhairav+Putras_1_1
Featured in all leading newspapers as a child prodigy, he has been interviewed by various news channels on matters of sports and films. Besides having won several literary competitions and penning down many legal articles, Suhail has finished writing his second and third novels as well. THE BHAIRAV PUTRAS is his first book
Synopsis of the book: Circa – 1936! While most of India grapples under the rule of the foreign yoke, the small but hustling bustling town of Bhairavgarh; famous for its gigantic golden statue of Lord Bhairav that had been the centre of attraction for invaders like Ghori, Ghazni, Timur, & Abdali, suddenly goes through a transitional phase as the mighty Britishers set up their cantonment area in the town. With events that unease, shock and violate the sentiments of the townsfolk, one man – Keshav, the young & dynamic son of the local Zamindar, cautiously gathers a group of men from different walks of life and with different motives, to strategically plan the unthinkable…a Revolution ! A revolution to overthrow the Britishers not just by force but also through wit & intellect!
What happens when a group of men take on the might of the British empire and embark on an adventurous journey to encounter four mysterious strangers, while in search of a long forgotten book written in the times of Emperor Ashoka which holds the answer to several secrets, even as the English are besieged with problems ranging from the outbreak of the Second World War in 1939 to Gandhi’s ways & means of achieving Independence.
Read on THE BHAIRAV PUTRAS to know more about the classic and legendary tale of a band of men who defied the norms to fight guns, deception and intrigue at every corner of their thrilling escapades which unfortunately got lost, somewhere in the annals of History !
Endorsement Blurbs: "A fascinating historical fiction, this novel races along in a fast-paced thrilling narrative. The story is set in past but confront issues of our times. It’s dealt so confidently that I’m surprised this is a first novel."– Mayank Austen Soofi, Author & Historian
“Welcome to an exciting journey ... a gripping tale of vivid imagination and deft use of words..... a terrific read , the book transports you to a different era and keeps you totally engrossed.”
- Amrit Mathur, Cricket Analyst, Writer, and Partner – Delhi Daredevils
"I often wonder if my six year old son Raj would truly understand what many have sacrificed to see a free India today? I always wonder if many among us spare a thought. The price of our freedom?
It is perhaps books like this that bring alive the moments that defined our destiny today, and authors who revisit and recapture that spirit that makes us pause and go back to a time where freedom was still captivity.
I am inspired when I browsed through the pages ... The author's style is fresh and re creates images convincingly, and reminds me how valuable our time as a Democratic India is!"
–Ajit Agarkar, Indian Cricketing All Rounder & Cricket Expert
“The Bhairava Putras” is a story of uprising of a small town against its high and mighty colonial masters. It is not only a story of revolt against cultural imperialism but is also a fight for one’s freedom. The message and the story are both relevant for today’s time when cultural imperialism is shaking the traditions and customs of our society. On the whole it is an interesting effort. I offer all my best wishes to the author.”
- Amarendra Sharan, Ex Additional Solicitor General of India
ENDORSEMENT BLURBS
“Brilliant...gripping suspense...racy.... There is a crisp freshness about the writing which makes it thoroughly enjoyable. Not only is the story line absorbing but the style is mature as well, which makes you want to read more. A magnificent read and a sure shot bestseller.”
- Neelima Dalmia Adhar, Author & Poetess
"I found this first novel by a promising young author an interesting mix of fiction, fact, history and myth. The tale of conflict between the imperious British rulers and their Indian subjects is etched in shades of grey, rather than black and white. The story develops gradually and subtly beyond the usual tale of the colonial encounter where rapacious officer meets downtrodden peasant to bring in a range of characters who people the setting. Set in the last decades of colonial rule, it brings to light a fascinating period of modern history in an extremely readable form. I found it most encouraging that a young student of law has delved into the history of our independence movement and presented it in a way that would reach across to his generation."
- Sucheta Mahajan, Author & Prof. of History at JNU
"What a wonderful book! A storyline brilliantly interweaving history, action and wit with thrill, deception and mythology. Feel extremely proud that a young law student has handled such a theme with deftness and requisite thrill to make it all the more interesting for the readers. Happy that Suhail has also paid homage to the first Registrar of the National Law University, Delhi; Late Prof. (Dr.) Ghanshyam Singh by naming the lead character's father, Ghanshyam. A fascinating and gripping tale for all ages...don't miss it"
- Prof.(Dr.)Ranbir Singh, Member Sri Krishna Committee & Vice Chancellor, National Law University, Delhi
ENDORSEMENT BLURBS
“A brilliant, engrossing piece from a debutant writer who reaches out to the readers through his pictorial writing style and vivid imagination. The blend of historical facts and fiction makes the narrative fast and thrilling. The smooth anecdotes and characters make a subtle resemblance to the present times...making the reader pause and think. It’s not always the victory of the mighty but wit and strategic astuteness has a greater role to play...”
- Shyam Grover, Group Editor & CEO, Lex Witness - India's 1st Magazine on Legal & Corporate Affairs
“Suhail Mathur has taken an important and unusual step in undertaking a historical novel when most young legal trainees would be focused exclusively on learning the ropes for the legal profession - his dedication in completing a work of historical fiction based on India's freedom struggle at such a young age is truly impressive. His topic of choice also shows courage and the will to tread a different path and make the effort that goes with it: I hope Suhail finds the encouragement needed from his first endeavour to continue to explore creative aspects of life, even as he builds his legal career.”
- Ajay Bahl, Partner, AZB & Partners
It is really appreciated by famous personality and I am sure readers interested in historical fiction will also enjoy it. As an avid reader, I am also interested to purchase this book and Strongly recommend to all my readers.
The book can be available on: http://www.infibeam.com/Books/bhairav-putras-suhail-mathur/9788192861982.html?utm_term=The+Bhairav+Putras_1_1
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