Gandhi

A Memoir

By: William L. Shirer

Narrated by: John Lescault

At the beginning of the 1930s, historian William L. Shirer was sent to India by the Chicago Tribune to cover the rise of the Independence Movement. During this time Shirer was privileged to observe Mahatma Gandhi as he launched the Civil Disobedience Campaign and to enjoy his personal friendship and confidence.

In this fascinating memoir, Shirer writes perceptively and unforgettably about Gandhi’s frailties as well as his accomplishments. Despite his greatness, Gandhi was the first to admit that he was a human being with his own prejudices and peculiarities: He could be stubborn and dictatorial, yet the magnificence of the man rose above all else.

Gandhi: A Memoir sheds a special light on the man who left such an indelible imprint on India and the world.

©1979 William L. Shirer (P)2020 Blackstone Publishing

Heartfelt

Excellent book regarding a special individual.

Historic encompassing of world issues and the insights into a phenomenal leader.

I, like the author, am moved by the journey.

The narrator was also excellent.

Thank you. KM

The theory and practice of non-violence

I turned to this book for a greater understanding of the theory and practice of non-violence after learning that MLK had traveled to India for that reason. William Shirer credits the time he spent with Gandhi to have enabled him to withstand the horrors of Hitler, Stalin and McCarthy. Focused, concise and with a fine narration, I highly recommend this book.

His intimate knowledge of Gandhi from a journalist perspective.

I wanted to read something other than a disciple or autobiographical. This book was great, but I was left wanting more from an outside source like this book.

Good Overall

Good book. Was looking for more of a comprehensive view of Ghandi with closer insights. Was a great place to start and the Narration was good as well. Recommend listening at at least 1.15 speed

Wonderful

Largely about the time Shirer spent with Gandhi, not all of Gandhi’s life - however it provides an excellent insight into Gandhi.