Provides a controversial biography of the life, work, and legacy of India's preeminent political and spiritual leader, Mohandas Gandhi. Uses recently released archival material to examine contradictions in Gandhi's beliefs and actions.
A biography of Mohandas K. Gandhi, who developed a system of nonviolent civil disobedience while fighting racial discrimination in South Africa and India and eventually led his homeland to independence from Great Britain.
Tells the life story of Indian social activist Mohandas Gandhi, describing his arranged marriage at the age of thirteen, his early years as a lawyer, his peaceful protests against the actions of the British in India, and his legacy.