The Story Of My Experiments With Truth by Mahatma Gandhi
This book is an autobiography that details the personal journey of a prominent leader who played a key role in India's struggle for independence from British rule. It explores his philosophy of nonviolent resistance and truth, which he refers to as "Satyagraha," and traces his development from a young, unsure boy into a principled activist committed to social justice. The narrative delves into his experiments with diet, celibacy, and other personal challenges, reflecting his quest for self-improvement and moral integrity, which he believed were essential for political leadership and social reform.
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- Published
- 1927
- Nationality
- Indian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 448
- Original Language
- Gujarati
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