My Ships Sailed the Seas, but I Stayed Ashore is a light hearted look at life in the Services; It is an easy read for just about anyone. Capt Mohan Ram has had amazing experiences that he has captured in his own inimitable style in a book which you can read in one sitting in an airport lounge or during a long journey.


The book is replete with simple yet profound incidents in the Captain’s life, which he recounts in his own distinctive, always self-deprecating and humorous manner. He seems to have met the most interesting people including a former Finance Minister of India, during his long and distinguished life, whether it be in London, Paris or Vishakhapatnam. He has an engaging and occasionally irreverent way of telling a story, often throwing in life’s learnings as well.


Amidst all the understated anecdotes, let’s not forget that the Captain is a pioneer in Indian warship design and was honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal in 1977.


It is old school writing with references to Shakespeare and PG Wodehouse, a throwback to all that is beautiful and memorable about the English language that we all adore. Read this book whether you are young or old, from the services or an ordinary civilian. You will love it and recommend it to the world