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Mahatma Gandhi

Hind Swaraj

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1909

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Mahatma Gandhi's Hind Swaraj is lauded for its profound arguments on self-rule and critique of modern civilization, offering deep insights into Gandhi's philosophy of non-violence. However, some critics find its idealism impractical and its historical context outdated for contemporary issues. Overall, it remains a seminal text for understanding Gandhian thought and India's independence movement.

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Who Should Read Hind Swaraj?

A reader who enjoys Mahatma Gandhi's Hind Swaraj is likely interested in anti-colonial literature, political philosophy, and nonviolent resistance. Comparable works include Henry David Thoreau's Walden and Leo Tolstoy's The Kingdom of God Is Within You. This reader appreciates historical and ideological insights into social and political reform.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Topics
Politics / Government
Religion / Spirituality
Education
Genre
Education
Philosophy
Indian Literature
Period
Asian Literature