Reading Gandhi (82 results)

Trade Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Trade Paperback -- Advance Reading Copy (ARC) -- Very Good -- Clean and bright -- 207 pages.

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Hardcover. Condition: As New. Contents: Preface. 1. Nature and relevance of political thought. 2. Problem of interpretation. 3. Gandhian perspective. 4. Significance of Hind Swaraj. 5. Concept of Satyagraha. 6. Critique of modern civilization. 7. Alternative vision of modernity. 8. Gandhian concept of nationalism. 9. Gandhian approach to communal unity. 10. Regeneration of women. 11. Removal of untouchability. 12. Gandhism in comparative perspective. For further reading. Index. "Reading Gandhi by Dr. O.P. Gauba is intended to be a study in the interpretation of Gandhian political philosophy. It examines the nature and relevance of political thought, approaches to interpretation, particularly textual and contextual approaches, followed by an indepth study of the significance of Hind Swaraj. concept of Satyagraha, Gandhian critique of modern civilization, alternative vision of modernity, his views on nationalism, communal unity, regeneration of women, removal of untouchability, and the vision of ideal social order. It also introduces Gandhian thought on ends and means, politics and ethics, truth and non-violence, rights and duties, vision of a classless society, doctrine of trusteeship, concepts of Sarvodaya, Swaraj and secularism in the context of Indian as well as Western political philosophy. Finally, it includes the comparative study of Gandhi and Ambedkar, Gandhism and Marxism, Gandhism and Neo-Marxism, Gandhism and Rawls's Theory of Justice, with a critical appraisal. Each argument is based on Gandhi's own writings or the standard writings on Gandhi. Each chapter is written as an independent essay, in a reader friendly style. Intricate concepts are elucidated through explanatory diagrams, flow charts and comparative charts. On the spot definitions of difficult terms, historical references and some prominent quotations are given in boxes. It is hoped that this book will gain a unique place in the existing literature on Gandhian social and political thought.".…

Condition: New. pp. 344.

Soft cover. Condition: New. The book contains two essays by Tridip Suhrud. The first, 'Simplicity and Purity', examines Gandhi's relationship with the Gujarati language. The second essay, 'Reading Gandhi in Two Tongues' suggests Gandhi was a bilingual thinker and writer, and it is enriching to explore his modes of thoughts through two tongues.…

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Soft cover. Condition: New. ISBN:9788131769560,Territorial restriction maybe printed on the book. This is an Int'l edition, ISBN and cover may differ from US edition, Contents same as US edition.

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Condition: New. Brand New. Soft Cover International Edition. Different ISBN and Cover Image. Priced lower than the standard editions which is usually intended to make them more affordable for students abroad. The core content of the book is generally the same as the standard edition. The country selling restrictions may be printed on the book but is no problem for the self-use. This Item maybe shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide.…

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Hardbound. Condition: As New. New. Contents The prologue. Acknowledgements. I. Ways of reading a Text 1. The background modernism and postmodernism. 2. Ways of reading a text textual and contextual. 3. Quentin skinner meaning and understanding in the history of ideas. 4. Terence Ball on How to Read a Classic. II. Close reading of Hind Swaraj 5. Close reading of Hind Swaraj. III. Commentaries on Hind Swaraj and Gandhian thought 6. Anthony J. Parel's commentary on Hind Swaraj. 7. Concept of Satyagraha with special reference to Bhikhu Parekh's views. 8. Gandhi's critique of modernity. IV. Concepts and movements 9. Nationalism. 10. Gandhi's views on communal unity. 11. Gandhi on untouchability. 12. Gandhi on women's question. 13. Relevance of Gandhi. The epilogue. Appendices. Question bank on reading Gandhi. The syllabus. Bibliography. Index. The present work is primarily written to meet the needs of students of Delhi University offering the paper Reading Gandhi in BA Honours 1 year. The course on Reading Gandhi is about how to read a text with special reference to the writings of Mahatma Gandhi. The discovery that the same text can be read in a number of ways is exciting enough and a scrutiny of Mahatma Gandhi's writings after being equipped with such knowledge is an exercise the students are bound to enjoy as a scholarly enterprise. A detailed discussion on the background of the topics references and cross references further facilitate the young and inquisitive minds to understand things in the right perspective encouraging them to explore further. It is also hoped that the book would be of interest to general readers fascinated by Gandhian thought and the various interpretations of it. 200 pp.…

Hardcover. Condition: New. This book explores the relevance of M.K. Gandhi in the present times. Justice, human rights, conflict, and peace building, along with his alternative method of non-violent resistance or Satyagraha are focal to it. The essays in this volume focus on his inner strength, brotherhood, and self-discipline. His persona becomes a site for discourse in the post-colonial era. Ideas on food, dress and living are included in this study and also his impact on world literature. His philosophical ideals and spiritual experiences reflect his views on truth, identity, and nationhood. This book covers the impact of Gandhian thoughts on late-capitalism, neocolonialism and post-truth. It opens debates on many significant issues troubling mankind. It will be of interest to scholars of postcolonial literature, gender and cultural studies. …

Hardcover. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket As Issued. A nice, solid copy.; Palgrave Pivot; 5.6 X 0.6 X 8.6 inches; 138 pages Near Fine No dust jacket as issued.

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