Social and Political Thought of Mahatma Gandhi

ISBN-13: 9780415482097 / Angielski / Miękka / 2006 / 208 str.

Chakrabarty Bid

Opis

Focusing on the principles of satyagraha, or non-violent protest, & their evolution in the context of of anti-imperial movements organized by Gandhi, this book explores how these precepts underwent changes reflecting the ideological beliefs of the participants.

Recenzje

'This is a book that would be of use to postgraduate students, seasoned researchers and practioners alike.' - Political Studies Review

Spis treści

1. Gandhi: The Idea of Swaraj  2. The Mahatma at the Grassroots: The Praxis of Ahimsa or Non Violence  3. Politics and Ideology: Critique of Gandhi  4. Gandhi's Writings in Harijan: Discussion and Interpretation  5. Introducing the Text.  Conclusion.  Bibliography.  Glossary

O autorze

Bidyut Chakrabarty is Professor in Political Science at the University of Delhi, India.