This book by P D Bonarjee gives a brief sketch of the history, ethnology, customs, characteristics, etc., of the fighting races of India. It is an introductory treatise on the subject. It professes to supply a clear and brief account of the fighting material of the country, for the use of young British Officers. The races discussed in the book are- Pathans, Baluchis, Punjabi Mahomedans, Sikhs, Gurkhas, Dogras, Jats, Aboriginal Tribes, Garhwalis, Hindustani Mahomedans, Rajputs, Mahrattas, Fighting race of South India and Miscellaneous Tribes.