Gandhi Before India: A Journey Through His Early Life by Ramachandra Guha
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4.5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 18093 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 689 pages |
Mahatma Gandhi is one of the most influential figures in history. His nonviolent philosophy has inspired countless people around the world, and his legacy continues to shape our understanding of peace and justice.
But what was Gandhi like before he became the Mahatma? What were his influences and experiences that shaped him into the man he became?
In Gandhi Before India, Ramachandra Guha provides a fascinating journey through the early life of Gandhi. Drawing on extensive research, including Gandhi's personal papers, Guha provides a vivid and nuanced portrait of the young Gandhi, from his childhood in Porbandar, Gujarat, to his student years in London and his early career as a lawyer in South Africa.
Guha shows us a young Gandhi who was often shy and insecure, but also deeply principled and determined. We see him struggle with his identity and his place in the world, and we watch as he gradually develops the ideas and beliefs that would later shape his life's work.
Gandhi Before India is a must-read for anyone interested in Gandhi's life and work. It is a beautifully written and insightful book that provides a fresh perspective on one of the most important figures in history.
Here are some of the key takeaways from Gandhi Before India:
* Gandhi was deeply influenced by his childhood in Porbandar, Gujarat. His family was devoutly Hindu, and Gandhi learned the importance of nonviolence and compassion from his parents. * Gandhi's student years in London were a time of great intellectual and personal growth. He was exposed to new ideas and perspectives, and he began to develop his own philosophy of life. * Gandhi's early career as a lawyer in South Africa was a turning point in his life. He experienced firsthand the racism and discrimination that was prevalent in South Africa at the time, and he began to develop his ideas about nonviolent resistance. * Gandhi's return to India in 1915 marked the beginning of his life's work. He dedicated himself to fighting for the rights of the Indian people, and he led the Indian independence movement to victory in 1947.
Gandhi Before India is a fascinating and inspiring book about the early life of one of the most important figures in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Gandhi's life and work, and it is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the history of India.
4.5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 18093 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 689 pages |
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4.5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 18093 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 689 pages |