A Little Work, A Little Play by Hardit Singh Malik

Explore a remarkable life that bridges empire, diplomacy, sport and faith.

In A Little Work, A Little Play, Sardar Hardit Singh Malik recounts his journey from Rawalpindi in 1894 through the skies of the First World War as the first turbaned Sikh RAF pilot, to distinguished service in the Indian Civil Service, and eventually his roles as High Commissioner of India to Canada and Ambassador to France. 

With an introduction by Lester B. Pearson, former Prime Minister of Canada, this autobiography reveals Malik’s unique blend of spiritual identity and worldly achievement. It offers rich historical detail, from colonial Punjab to global diplomacy, while showcasing a personality grounded in integrity, sport, and service. 

• Sikh History
• Autobiography

ENG- English

• Hardcover