- Paperback: 480 pages
- Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.; Dover ed edition (31 Aug 1983)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0486245934
- ISBN-13: 978-0486245935
- Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 13.7 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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Mohandas K. Gandhi is one of the most inspiring figures of our time. In his classic autobiography he recounts the story of his life and how he developed his concept of active nonviolent resistance, which propelled the Indian struggle for independence and countless other nonviolent struggles of the twentieth century.
In a new foreword, noted peace expert and teacher Sissela Bok urges us to adopt Gandhi's "attitude of experimenting, of tesing what will and will not bear close scrutiny, what can and cannot be adapted to new circumstances,"in order to bring about change in our own lives and communities.
All royalties earned on this book are paid to the Navajivan Trust, founded by Gandhi, for use in carrying on his work. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
In a new foreword, noted peace expert and teacher Sissela Bok urges us to adopt Gandhi's "attitude of experimenting, of tesing what will and will not bear close scrutiny, what can and cannot be adapted to new circumstances,"in order to bring about change in our own lives and communities.
All royalties earned on this book are paid to the Navajivan Trust, founded by Gandhi, for use in carrying on his work. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful
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This book will be an inspiration for anyone, who themselves strive to integrate ideals such as contentment, sacrifice and love for all beings in their dayly life. Gandhi faced many hardships in his life, but his constant return to ethics, when confronted by problems gives inspiration and hope for those of us struggling to deal ethically with our (comparatively) lesser problems. By reading Gandhis humble account of his life, you will be inspired to take a more patient, tolerant and forgiving approach to your fellow beings. That alone should be sufficient reason to buy this book.
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Gandhi changed the way the world thinks. His life and message for the world has influenced MLK's fight for civil rights in the USA. Gandhi revolutionized the fight for freedom. All revolutionary wars before India's independence were fought by using brute force. Gandhi used Thoreau's "Civil Disobedience" as the basis for India's fight for freedom from over 200 years of British rule. In Gandhi's own words, the reader is given a truthful account of the man who gave his life so that the posterity of Indians could enjoy what his own ancestors had not. Gandhi's fervent devotion to truth can be seen in his description of many details that one would find embarassing and awkward, but Gandhi does not leave out any minor detail. His honesty and philosophy is one capable of moving the citizen, whether he be an Indian, American, or of any other country.
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In his own words, Gandhi takes us through some of the experiences in his life, with each chapter forming at least one important learning lesson to him. All experiences, whether good or bad, had a positive learning lesson on him and contributed to his goal of seeking truth.
One of his main beliefs was using non-violence as a means of protesting against acts of oppression and using international law to seek justice. This meant he never raised his fists or lowered himself to barbarism however much he was provoked, violated or attacked. In fact this seems to be the opposite attitude demonstrated by all terrorists and most countries (West, Middle East and East) where the belief is that violence and war works. It never has and never will. As Gandhi says "an eye for an eye makes the whole world blind".
As we now enter the third of the world wars, where the weapons are horrific and the consequences unimaginable, Gandhi's words have never been more important. All politicians and world leaders should read this book. In fact everyone should read this book.
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Very truth of life!
This book is unparalleled truths of life. Also this will definitely make the reader more human! May you be blessed!
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Gandhi
This is a book, written by Gandhi himself, about how he came to believe in the issues for which he fought. Read more
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As Gandhiji said :: My life is my message
One of the most truthful autobiography, from the man who taught how to succeed with the power of non violence. Must read for everyone in this so called modern world.
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Gandhi : Change your concepts about him.
When I was young I was told in my school and syllabi books that Gandhi was the ringleader of "Hindu toola" who were creating Hindu-Muslim hatred before 1947 (I am... Read more
Published on 26 Jan 1999
Must Read for everyone who trusts non violance
The MohanDas K Gandhi, the crusader of peace, non voilance was one of the great souls of this century. Read more
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