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Explore Mahatma Gandhi's Legacy: 6 Essential Books You Must Read
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News18•01-10-2026, 22:00
Explore Mahatma Gandhi's Legacy: 6 Essential Books You Must Read
- •"The Story Of My Experiments With Truth" by Mahatma Gandhi chronicles his life from childhood to 1921, originally published in Gujarati weekly installments.
- •"Gandhi Before India" by Ramachandra Guha details Gandhi's early life, studies in London, and legal practice in South Africa.
- •"My Dear Bapu" compiles letters between C. Rajagopalachari, described by Gandhi as his "conscience keeper," and Mahatma Gandhi from 1920 to 1945.
- •"The Good Boatman" by Rajmohan Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi's grandson, delves into Gandhi's philosophy and its practical application.
- •"Gandhi: Prisoner of Hope" by Judith M. Brown explores how Mahatma Gandhi's life experiences shaped his philosophy and actions.
- •"The Death and Afterlife of Mahatma Gandhi" by Makarand R Paranjape examines Gandhi's assassination and his efforts to prevent bloodshed in the six months prior.
Key Questions Answered
Mahatma Gandhi's autobiography is titled 'The Story Of My Experiments With Truth'. It was originally written in Gujarati in weekly instalments and published in Navjivan from 1925 to 1929, with the English translation by Mahadev Desai published in 1940.
Ramachandra Guha's book covers Mahatma Gandhi’s childhood years, his time spent studying in London, and the period when he was practicing law in South Africa.
The book looks into the assassination of the father of the nation and its implications. It examines Gandhi’s last six months in detail, highlighting all his efforts to prevent bloodshed while the nation was being torn apart.
