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Great Soul: Mahatma Gandhi and His Struggle with India by Joseph Lelyveld is a nuanced and thought-provoking biography that examines both Gandhi’s life and his complex legacy. Rather than a conventional tribute, the book explores Gandhi’s ideals, contradictions, and his evolving philosophy as he navigated the social and political challenges of both South Africa and India.
Lelyveld sheds light on Gandhi’s personal struggles with caste, religion, and politics, as well as his vision for an inclusive, non-violent India. The book also critically examines how Gandhi was often at odds with prevailing Indian attitudes and how his ideals were sometimes resisted or reinterpreted after independence.
With careful research and balanced analysis, Great Soul presents Gandhi as a deeply principled yet imperfect human being, making it a compelling read for those interested in understanding the man behind the myth.
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