Gandhiji: His Life and Work Published on His 75th Birthday, October 2, 1944
Bombay: Keshav Bhikaji Dhawale, 1944. Hardcover. 4to., 405 pp. Original publisher's light brown coarse khaki cloth with dark brown leather spine, gilt lettering, patterned endpapers, illustrated with black and white photographs and tipped-in color plates, frontispiece. First unabridged edition of this tribute to Gandhi, with introductions by Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru and a biographical essay by Albert Einstein. Published in 1944 to both commemorate Mahatma Gandhi's 75th birthday and support the Kasturba Gandhi National Memorial Fund. Contains essays by various contemporaries examining Gandh's political career, social reform efforts, and influence on Indian society as well as a curated selection of Gandhi's own writings, including speeches and letters. Although Gandhi generally declined to participate in birthday commemorations, he wrote a preface for this volume, citing its charitable purpose. As a mid-career publication released during Gandhi‰s lifetime, the book reflects the contemporary reception of his work and offers early interpretations of his role in the Indian independence movement. Very Good, intact with some age toning, soiling, handling and wear. Institutional ownership stamp on title page. Item #726202511
Price: $1,250.00