By Dr R Sudarshan I t is said that history has always been the handmaiden of the victor. Because, we only seem to love the large canvas of heroes, their dynasties, their drawn-out campaigns and harem stories. In the middle of this stampede of history, there are individual BRAVEHEARTS who may or may not build a dynasty, but stand firm to protect their people under adverse situations and contribute immensely to the life of a nation. Vikram chronicles fifteen of them. They are largely unsung and long forgotten. But their valour has been a subterranean song of Indian dignity. An unputdownable book that everyone is talking about. On our shelf. Now. For any relevant query, message 81051 12990. * * * * * Silverfish Books, Farmer's House, # 1A - 13th Cross, Kalidasa Road, VV Mohalla, Mysore.