An Autobiography

Name: An Autobiography
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141186863
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By M. K. Gandhi

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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An Autobiography by M. K. Gandhi is a reflective memoir exploring Gandhi's transformative journey from a shy lawyer to a pivotal figure in India's struggle for independence. The narrative delves into his personal experiments with truth, revealing the philosophies and principles that guided his life. Through candid storytelling, Gandhi shares insights into his spiritual and moral beliefs that shaped his approach to nonviolent activism.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in exploring the life and philosophies of one of the most influential figures in modern history. Through his personal reflections, you'll gain insight into the principles of non-violence and truth that shaped his leadership in the Indian independence movement. Ideal for those who appreciate compelling personal stories and historical context.

An Autobiography

Gandhi never wavered in his belief in non-violent protest. In 1915 he took up the struggle for independence from Britain, which became a reality in 1947. In this narrative biography, Gandhi also offers his life story as a reference for those who would follow in his footsteps.

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First published in two volumes in 1927 and 1929, with a second edition in 1940, this is Gandhi's account of his early spiritual progress towards truth and the circumstances of his life that led him to a practical application of the principles of conduct for which he was revered.

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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An Autobiography by M. K. Gandhi offers deep insights into Gandhi's personal journey and philosophy. Many reviewers appreciate the book for its candidness and the way it articulates Gandhi's experiments with truth and nonviolent principles. The narrative deeply resonates with readers interested in understanding the moral and spiritual underpinnings of his approach to life and politics.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141186863

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 September 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by Mahadev Desai
Introduction by Sunil Khilnani

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 321g

Pages: 464

Collections

Asian History Biography & Memoir History & Military M. K. Gandhi Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Political Biographies Series: Penguin Modern Classics

About the Author

Mohandas K Gandhi was born in 1869 to Hindu parents. He studied law in London and was admitted to the Inner Temple in 1891. He worked to improve the rights of immigrant Indians in South Africa, returning to India in 1915 to take up the struggle for independence from Britain. Gandhi never wavered in his belief in non-violent protest and Independence, in 1947, was not a military victory but a triumph of human will. In January 1948 Gandhi assassinated as he walked to take evening prayers.