A Touch of Greatness is an engaging account of R. M. Lala s meetings with luminaries he has known. They include giants like C. Rajagopalachari, J.R.D. Tata, Morarji Desai and Vinoba Bhave, who played a prominent role in shaping modern India. Also profiled are the Dalai Lama, Azim Premji, Narayana Murthy, Nani Palkhivala and Sam Manekshaw who have brought home the power of virtues like compassion, endeavour, intellect and selflessness.