ReadersMagnet will showcase “Four Minutes Past Midnight: A Moment in Eternity” by Sanjay R. Srivatsa at the 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair. The book trade fair will take place on October 7-11, 2026, at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
The Frankfurt Book Fair - also known as Frankfurter Buchmesse - is the world's largest trade fair for books, based on the number of publishing companies represented. It brings together authors, publishers, literary professionals, and readers from around the globe to celebrate stories, ideas, and cultural exchange.
Sanjay R. Srivatsa's “Four Minutes Past Midnight” tells the remarkable true story of his father. It fulfills a promise that took decades to keep and more than ten years of careful research to complete.
Drawing from original letters, photographs, official records, handwritten notes, and interviews, the book uncovers a life shaped by war, courage, and sacrifice. It follows one man's journey through occupied Singapore, wartime Japan, the Indian Independence League, and service with the U.S. Eighth Army before an unjust British capture.
More than a historical account, the book blends memoir, travel, and investigative research. It offers readers a deeply personal perspective on World War II in Asia and the struggle for Indian independence through the eyes of someone who lived it.
Born in India, Sanjay R. Srivatsa earned a degree in chemical engineering before building a distinguished career in water management that spanned more than 45 years. Beyond his professional achievements, he is a musician, composer, producer, and co-author of Mischievous Chicken. He currently lives in California with his family and writes stories drawn from history and his life experience.
“Four Minutes Past Midnight: A Moment in Eternity” invites readers to preserve history, honor family legacy, and reflect on the resilience of the human spirit.
Get a copy of the book, available in paperback, hardcover, and eBook, on the ReadersMagnet Bookstore, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble. Visit the ReadersMagnet exhibit at stand 6.1 E4 at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2026 to explore Sanjay R. Srivatsa's book display. To learn more about the author, visit his website at https://sanjaynet.com/#4mpm-section.
Author Bio
Sanjay R. Srivatsa is an Indian-born individual who pursued his B.Tech degree in Chemical Engineering from A.C. Tech, Madras, and his Master's degree from IIT Chicago. He has been actively involved in water management services for over 45 years and continues to work as a consultant in this field. He is one of the authors of the book titled “Mischievous Chicken” and a talented musician, composer, and producer. Now living in California with his family, he continues to share meaningful stories inspired by history, life, and personal experiences.
Book Details
Book Title: “Four Minutes Past Midnight: A Moment in Eternity”
Author: Sanjay R. Srivatsa
Genre: General Fiction/Mystery/Thriller/Political & Sciences/History & Military
Publisher: ReadersMagnet LLC
Published date: February 18, 2026
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