Gita According to Gandhi by Mahadev Desai: Mahatma Gandhi, one of the most influential figures in modern history, presents his interpretations and reflections on the Bhagavad Gita in this enlightening book. Through his insightful commentary, Gandhi explores the profound spiritual and ethical teachings of the Gita, emphasizing the principles of nonviolence, selflessness, and the pursuit of truth. Key Points: Offers Gandhi's personal perspective on the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. Explores the concepts of duty, righteousness, and the battle between good and evil. Provides practical guidance on leading a moral and purposeful life based on Gandhian principles. In the Days of the Comet by H.G. Wells: H.G. Wells takes readers on a captivating journey through time and space in this science fiction novel. Set against the backdrop of a world on the brink of destruction, the story follows the transformative impact of a cosmic event on humanity, challenging conventional notions of love, society, and the human condition. Gita According to Gandhi serves as a spiritual compass, offering profound wisdom and guidance for individuals seeking to lead a life of purpose, integrity, and compassion. It emphasizes the unity of all beings and the interconnectedness of humanity, inspiring readers to embrace the principles of nonviolence and strive for the greater good. Through the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and Gandhi's profound interpretation, this book illuminates a path towards self-realization, inner peace, and spiritual growth. It serves as a beacon of hope, reminding us of the transformative power of selflessness, self-discipline, and the pursuit of truth on our journey towards self-mastery and the realization of our divine potential.

In his translator's preface to the revised edition of Gandhiji's autobiography, Mahadev Desai stated: ?It has now undergone careful revision, and from the point of view of language, it has had the benefit of careful revision by a revered friend, who, among many other things, has the reputation of being an eminent English scholar?. The identity of the 'revered friend' was not disclosed, nor were the extent and nature of changes recorded. This concordance table reconstructs the entire process of revision and provides a detailed analysis of the changes made by Sir V S Srinvasas Sastri.

Gandhi was the creator of a radical style of politics that has proved effective in fighting insidious social divisions within India and elsewhere in the world. How did this new form of politics come about? David Hardiman shows that it was based on a larger vision of an alternative society, one that emphasized mutual respect, resistance to exploitation, nonviolence, and ecological harmony. Politics was just one of the many directions in which Gandhi sought to activate this peculiarly personal vision, and its practice involved experiments in relation to his opponents. From representatives of the British Raj to Indian advocates of violent resistance, from right-wing religious leaders to upholders of caste privilege, Gandhi confronted entrenched groups and their even more entrenched ideologies with a deceptively simple ethic of resistance. Hardiman examines Gandhi's ways of conducting his conflicts with all these groups, as well as with his critics on the left and representatives of the Dalits. He also explores another key issue in Gandhi's life and legacy: his ideas about and attitudes toward women. Despite inconsistencies and limitations, and failures in his personal life, Gandhi has become a beacon for posterity. The uncompromising honesty of his politics and moral activism has inspired such figures as Jayaprakash Narayan, Medha Patkar, Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, and Petra Kelly and influenced a series of new social movements--by environmentalists, antiwar campaigners, feminists, and human rights activists, among others--dedicated to the principle of a more just world.

Manu Gandhi, M.K. Gandhi’s grand-niece, joined him in 1943 at the age of fifteen. An aide to Gandhi’s ailing wife Kasturba in the Aga Khan Palace prison in Pune, Manu remained with him until his assassination. She was a partner in his final yajna, an experiment in Brahmacharya, and his invocation of Rama at the moment of his death. Spanning two volumes, The Diary of Manu Gandhi is a record of her life and times with M.K. Gandhi between 1943 and 1948. Authenticated by Gandhi himself, the meticulous and intimate entries in the diary throw light on Gandhi’s life as a prisoner and his endeavour to establish the possibility of collective non-violence. They also offer a glimpse into his ideological conflicts, his efforts to find his voice, and his lonely pilgrimage to Noakhali during the riots of 1946. The first volume (1943–44) chronicles the spiritual and educational pursuits of an adolescent woman who takes up writing as a mode of self-examination. The author shares a moving portrait of Kasturba Gandhi’s illness and death and also unravels the deep emotional bond she develops with Gandhi, whom she calls her ‘mother’.

The first critical, annotated edition of M. K. Gandhi's most famous written work, published seventy years after his death In the mid-1920s, prompted by a "small, still voice" that encouraged him to lay bare what was known only to him and his God, M. K. Gandhi began writing and publishing his autobiography. Drafted during a period of intensive fasting and "in-dwelling" at his ashram in Ahmedebad, his story of the soul portrayed the deeper, more inward experiences that made him externally an innovator in the struggles against violence, racism, and colonialism. The book, written in Gujarati and translated into English by Mahadev Desai, would become an international classic, hailed as one of the "100 Best Spiritual Books of the 20th Century." This first critical edition of this seminal work by leading Gandhi scholar Tridip Suhrud offers an unprecedented window into the original Gujarati text. Including both alternative English translations and illuminating notes, as well as a deeply researched introduction, it will bring renewed critical attention to one of the world's most widely read books.