Book Details

• Author: Terry Beitzel and Chandrakant Langare

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2021

• ISBN: 9788131611913

• Pages: 468

• Cover: Hardcover

• Release Date: 01-12-2021

About the Book

Reflections on Mahatma Gandhi: The Global Perspectives is a commemorative scholarly work celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, an iconic figure in India’s freedom struggle and a global symbol of non-violence. This book is a rich interdisciplinary compilation that revisits Gandhian thought through a global lens. Recognized worldwide as a proponent of peace, human rights, and civil resistance, Gandhi’s philosophy continues to be both widely respected and critically examined.

This volume brings together 30 thought-provoking essays by prominent scholars and experts from various disciplines. The contributions span themes such as globalization, ecology, politics, cinema, constitutional morality, international relations, education, literature, and gender, all through a Gandhian perspective. Notable chapters include comparative studies with Basaveswara and Periyar, Gandhi's influence on UN peace strategies, analyses of Satyagraha and Ahimsa, the portrayal of Gandhi in film, and his legacy in contemporary foreign policy and corporate responsibility.

From analyzing Gandhi's moral and spiritual dimensions to decoding his educational philosophy (Nai Talim), from exploring his approach to communal harmony to understanding his enduring influence on modern governance and civil resistance, this book presents a multifaceted exploration of his life and legacy. It offers a unique roadmap for applying Gandhian ideals to address today’s pressing socio-political and environmental challenges.

About the Editors
Terry Beitzel is the Director of the Mahatma Gandhi Center for Global Nonviolence and a Professor in the Department of Justice Studies at James Madison University, USA. With a background from Harvard and George Mason University, his research delves into non-violence, conflict transformation, peace studies, and civil resistance. His international collaborations span India, Kosovo, Kenya, and Guinea. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Peace Research and the author of Service: The Path to Justice.

Chandrakant Langare is an Associate Professor of English at Shivaji University, Kolhapur. A prolific scholar in Literature, Culture, and Film Studies, Dr. Langare has presented papers internationally and has been invited as a speaker across top Indian institutions. He has also edited significant works including a volume on Joseph Conrad’s fiction, contributing extensively to the discourse on literary and cultural criticism.