Freedom at Midnight by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins is a powerful and deeply researched chronicle of India’s struggle for independence and the birth of the world’s largest democracy. This epic narrative captures the dramatic final year of the British Raj, from the appointment of Lord Mountbatten as the last Viceroy of India to the midnight of August 15, 1947, when India finally achieved freedom.

Blending meticulous historical detail with human drama, the authors bring to life iconic figures such as Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, and Lord Mountbatten, revealing their personal challenges, sacrifices, and political battles. Through vivid storytelling, Freedom at Midnight unfolds the partition of India and Pakistan, the tragedy of communal violence, and the enduring spirit of resilience that defined a nation’s rebirth.

Celebrated for its cinematic storytelling and emotional depth, this timeless classic offers both a gripping historical account and a moving portrait of courage and destiny.

Publisher: VIKAS PUBLISHING HOUSE PVT LTD

Language : English

Binding: PAPER BACK

Pages : 629