Croydon Sikh Youth: September 2008

The Game of Love

The Game of Love tells the story of the Sikhs and their freedom struggles throughout history. Guru Nanak the first Guru of the Sikhs started the revolution of Sikhs standing up against tyranny and oppression in the 15th century, this movement of freedom struggles has carried on to the present day.

In the post 9/11 world, the words of the 10th Guru, Sri Guru Gobind Singh resonate,

"When all peaceful means have been exhausted it is just to draw the sword"

The Game of Love portrays the tears, torture and the sacrifices of the Sikhs throughout history, the readers will decide if they are termed freedom fighters, insurgents, militants or the popular word used by oppressive governments to term the brave and courageous.

To purchase the book go to the link below:

http://www.akaalpublishers.com/

Reviews From Amazon.com

Historical interest and political intrigue, 23 Sep 2008
Mr. David J. Wigley (UK)

For those who know little about it, like me, this book provides a very interesting account of the historical
development of the Sikh nation aand an understanding that Sikhism is more than just a religion - it is a
way of being.For those opposed to injustice, it develops a sense of outrage at the way Sikhs have been
treated by the Indian Government and a great admiration for the way in which they have stayed true to
their beliefs and fought to uphold justice, freedom and the principles of fairness and equality.
On a less positive note, I am not persuaded that "one man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter"
and I could not condone violence or refer to the perpetrators of acts of violence as "martyrs".
It seems an unfortunate fact of life that peaceful ways may not produce fairness in some of today's
"democracies", but perhaps this is today's destiny - tomorrow's may be to achieve our ends
when enlightment dawns.

Fantastic, 6 Jul 2008
Palvinder Kaur (UK)

Pick up the Game of Love and begin your journey into the truth of what sikhs have endured
(and still are) living in the biggest "democracy" in the world they call India.Once you start this
book, it will be almost impossible to put down as you are drawn into the struggles and atrocities
we have had to face simply to live as practising Sikhs. The book gives you a chronology of events
and puts into perspective why the Sikhs are fighting for freedom in "mother" India. This book is
an eye opener for all who believe the attack on Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) was caused
by a group of hardline militants "hiding" in the complex. Fantastic book, well done to the editor
for compiling all the information and putting it in one book in such a compelling and
thought-provoking way. Absolutely brilliant.

An excellent insight into the experiences and beliefs of Sikhs, 28 Jun 2008
A. Steatham "Angela Steatham" (Walsall, UK)

As a non-practising Christian, I am not interested in religion, other than to better understand
how belief systems shape the thinking and actions of those who belong to particular faiths;
however, even I found myself feeling incredibly drawn to the the way of being and thinking
described in this book.As a great opponent of injustice, I was incensed by the way Sikhs have
been treated over the centuries and, at the same time, I was full of admiration for the way in
which they have stayed true to their beliefs and fought to uphold justice and freedom, not only
for their own people, but for all communities.It is so easy to believe what you see on the TV
and read in newspapers and form an opinion on who is the 'aggressor' in a given situation;
I had very 'western' views of what happened at the Golden Temple - this book clearly explains
the truth behind that atrocity and has changed my understanding of what I believed to be
'the truth' as portrayed by the media. This book is informative and thought-provoking.
It gives a good insight into the history of the Sikhs and sets out the basis of their beliefs
and why their struggle for justice is so important, not just for them, but for all of us who
believe in fairness and equality.