Postmodern Gandhi and other Essays
Gandhi in the World and at Home
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9780198064114
Publication date:
26/08/2009
Paperback
270 pages
Price: 395.00
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ISBN:
9780198064114
Publication date:
26/08/2009
Paperback
270 pages
Lloyd Rudolph, Susanne Hoeber Rudolph
Rights: World Rights
Lloyd Rudolph, Susanne Hoeber Rudolph
Description
In 1909, Gandhi wrote a critique of ‘modern civilization’ in his book Hind Swaraj. In the 100th year of Hind Swaraj, in eight thought-provoking essays, Lloyd and Susanne Rudolph contended that Gandhi was indeed a postmodern thinker; that his theory and practice of non-violent collective action, that is, satyagraha, articulate and exemplify a postmodern situational understanding of truth. The essays show how Gandhi’s thought was shaped by the antimodern ‘other west’ of thinkers such as Ruskin and Tolstoy, and how he, in turn, influenced the perception of modernity in western thinking. They also examine how Gandhi’s ashrams and satyagraha actually democratized Habermas’ public sphere; how he was perceived in America, and how he influenced movements there; and his impact on the Indian national movement.
This edition will interest students and scholars of history, politics, colonial and postcolonial studies, and Gandhian studies as well as the general reader looking to understand Gandhi’s continuing relevance in the 21st century.
About the Author
Lloyd I. Rudolph and Susanne Hoeber Rudolph were Professors Emeriti of Political Science, University of Chicago, USA.
Lloyd Rudolph, Susanne Hoeber Rudolph
Review
‘...the book introduces a new dimension to analysing Gandhi for our times.’—Seminar
‘The book ... demonstrates that Gandhi was well ahead of his times ... this is a very valuable piece of work ...’—Outlook
‘... this illuminating book gives us new insights in understanding one of the greatest and most complex personalities of our times.’—The Tribune
‘... a highly researched and insightful book ... A must read for all ...’—Deccan Herald
Lloyd Rudolph, Susanne Hoeber Rudolph
Description
In 1909, Gandhi wrote a critique of ‘modern civilization’ in his book Hind Swaraj. In the 100th year of Hind Swaraj, in eight thought-provoking essays, Lloyd and Susanne Rudolph contended that Gandhi was indeed a postmodern thinker; that his theory and practice of non-violent collective action, that is, satyagraha, articulate and exemplify a postmodern situational understanding of truth. The essays show how Gandhi’s thought was shaped by the antimodern ‘other west’ of thinkers such as Ruskin and Tolstoy, and how he, in turn, influenced the perception of modernity in western thinking. They also examine how Gandhi’s ashrams and satyagraha actually democratized Habermas’ public sphere; how he was perceived in America, and how he influenced movements there; and his impact on the Indian national movement.
This edition will interest students and scholars of history, politics, colonial and postcolonial studies, and Gandhian studies as well as the general reader looking to understand Gandhi’s continuing relevance in the 21st century.
About the Author
Lloyd I. Rudolph and Susanne Hoeber Rudolph were Professors Emeriti of Political Science, University of Chicago, USA.
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