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Mahatma Gandhi : the essential writings

edited with an introduction and notes by Judith M. Brown

(Oxford world's classics)

Oxford University Press, 2008

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Gandhi : the essential writings

The essential writings

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Note

Includes bibliographical references (p. [xxxiv]-xxxvii) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

'those who say that religion has nothing to do with politics do not know what religion means' Mahatma Gandhi was a profound and original thinker as well as one of the most influential figures in the history of the twentieth century. A religious and social reformer, he became a notable leader in the Indian nationalist movement, made famous for his advocacy of non-violent civil resistance. His many and varied writings are essentially responses to the specific challenges he faced, and they show his maturing ideas and political will, as well as his spirituality and humanity, over several decades. This new selection demonstrates how his thinking was truly radical, dealing with problems from the roots upwards: in the lives of individuals, of societies, and of political structures. It underlines the supreme importance of non-violence, and Gandhi's unique and unrealized vision of a new India after the departure of the British. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

Table of Contents

  • GANDHI, HIS MISSION, AND THE INFLUENCES ON HIM
  • AUTHENTIC HUMAN LIFE AND THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE INDIVIDUAL
  • TRANSFORMING SOCIETIES
  • INDIA UNDER BRITISH RULE: MAKING A NEW NATION
  • NON-VIOLENCE AS POLITICAL ACTION

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  • NCID
    BA89383865
  • ISBN
    • 9780192807205
  • LCCN
    2007039688
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Oxford ; New York
  • Pages/Volumes
    xliii, 408 p.
  • Size
    20 cm
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