Book Specifications:

• Title: Father Dearest: The Life and Times of R.K. Dalmia
• Publisher: Roli Books
• Author: Neelima Dalmia Adhar
• Language: English
• ISBN: 8174362657
• Pages: 262
• Binding: Hard Back
• Condition: Used - Good
• Special Features: Includes few plates

About the Book:

Father Dearest: The Life and Times of R.K. Dalmia by Neelima Dalmia Adhar is a revealing and deeply personal biography of Rama Krishna Dalmia, one of India’s most flamboyant and controversial business magnates. Written by his daughter, the book blends family memories with historical and business insight to present a nuanced portrait of a man known for his financial brilliance, religious devotion, larger-than-life personality, and legal controversies. The narrative explores Dalmia’s rise in Indian industry, his influence in the corporate world, his unconventional personal life, and the scandals that eventually led to his conviction for fraud. Rich in anecdotal detail and social context, the book offers readers a fascinating look into India’s industrial history, elite society, and the contradictions of power, wealth, and family life. Published by Roli Books, this hardback edition is an engaging read for those interested in biography, business history, memoirs, and modern Indian society.