Author Biography
hushwant Singh (1915–2014) was one of India's best-known writers, journalists and columnists. Born in Hadali, Punjab (now in Pakistan), he studied at Government College, Lahore and later pursued legal studies in London. He worked as a lawyer, diplomat and journalist before becoming a prominent literary figure. He edited publications including The Illustrated Weekly of India, National Herald and Hindustan Times, and also founded/edited Yojana.
He is best known for novels such as Train to Pakistan, Delhi and The Company of Women, as well as the two-volume A History of the Sikhs and his autobiography Truth, Love and a Little Malice. He received the Padma Vibhushan in 2007 and several other literary and public awards.
He is best known for novels such as Train to Pakistan, Delhi and The Company of Women, as well as the two-volume A History of the Sikhs and his autobiography Truth, Love and a Little Malice. He received the Padma Vibhushan in 2007 and several other literary and public awards.
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