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“The Story of My Experiments with Truth” is the autobiography book of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, which runs from his childhood to the year 1921. In the year 1998, by a committee of religious authorities, this book was nominated as one of the “ Best 100 Spiritual Books of the 20th Century “.

In this book, Gandhi Ji describes his all life events like birth and parentage, childhood, experiences at school, child marriage, relationship with his wife and parents, his study tour to London, and many more. Gandhiji wrote this book in his mother tongue Gujarati, later it was translated by Mahadev Desai, best remembered as a personal secretary of Gandhi Ji. The book ends after a discussion of the Nagpur session of the Congress party in 1915.

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The Story of My Experiments With Truth Summary, In the below section we give a brief summary of this book.

Introduction

This book of Gandhi Ji starts with an Introduction, the introduction is written by Gandhi Ji himself, mentioning how he has written his autobiography. The goal of his story is simply to narrate his experiments with truth in life. Gandhi Ji also says through this book he wishes to narrate his moral experiment and spiritual experience rather than political ones .

The first part describes the incidents of Gandhi Ji’s childhood, his experiments with smoking, eating meat, drinking, stealing, and after satisfaction.

The second part of the book tells about Gandhi’s experiences in the Cape Colony during a period of stress between the different ethnic groups in the region. When Gandhi Ji succeeded in growing his own practice to about twenty Indian merchants who contracted him to manage their affairs, It was then that he ended up working in South Africa after almost twenty years.

After success in work, he allowed him to earn a living while also finding time to devote to his mission as a public figure.  During Gandhi Ji’s struggle against inequality and racial discrimination in South Africa, He became known among Indians all around the world as “Mahatma,” or “Great Soul.”

In 1896, Gandhi Ji returned to India to be with his wife and children, Gandhiji continued his work on the Natal Indian Congress, and his loyalty to the British Empire guided him to help them during the Second Boer War. In the year 1914 in July, He sailed for Britain, now admired as “Mahatma,” and popularly known throughout the world for the success of satyagraha.

When World War I started, Gandhi Ji was in England, he immediately began organizing a medical team similar to the unit he had led in the Boer War, but he also faced some health problems that caused him to return to India.

The British colonial authorities put Gandhi on trial for  sedition  and punished him with six years in prison, this was the first time that he faced prosecution in India. The government allowed him to use a spinning wheel and reading materials while in prison, so he felt content and, he also wrote most of his autobiography in prison.

Conclusion of My Experiments With Truth Book Review

Gandhi Ji wrote a suitable conclusion to the readers, in his “Farewell” for an autobiography that he never intended to be an autobiography, but a tale of experiments with truth, and life.

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• The author of this book was Mahatma Gandhi, later it was translated by Mahadev Desai.
• This book was nominated as one of the “ Best 100 Spiritual Books of the 20th Century “.
• This book is based on the life of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, He is also known among Indians all around the world as  “Mahatma”  or  “Great Soul.”
• This is an inspirational book and autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi, which inspires you a lot to do something big.
• The book’s content is about moral teachings, His morality is deeply rooted in Indian culture and Hindu religion.

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Book Review- An Autobiography or The story of my experiments with Truth

In this review, I gave a brief account of the author of this book M.K. Gandhi and the reason behind him in writing this autobiography. I gave an explanation why Gandhi gave the tittle 'The story of my experiments with truth' rather than 'An autobiography' to his book which he used it only as a sub-tittle. I gave a brief summary of the various things present in different parts of this book for the benefit of the reader. I gave my personal opinion about this book as well as what makes this book worth reading.

About the Author The author of this book is the most popular legendary person of the twentieth century, Father of our Nation, Mahatma in the eyes of people, the person who sacrificed his whole life for the cause of independence to the country, the person who advocated principles of Truth, Satyagraha, Non-violence and spiritual thoughts of Self realization to the people, who is none other than Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. Why Gandhi wrote his Autobiography? At around year 1920, some of his co-workers insisted him to write his autobiography. He was unable to carry out this work at that time because he was deeply involved in independence movement. Later on the insistence of one of his co-worker Swami Anand, Gandhi agreed to write his autobiography little by little in the form of small chapters to a magazine Navajivan to which Gandhi usually write his articles. But one of his close friend advised him that the principles what he advocate today in his autobiography, for any reason, if he changes in future there may not be any value for his words in people. This advise affected Gandhi very much and so he changed his mind regarding this autobiography. Finally Gandhi decided to write his personal experiences of the experiments what he has conducted on truth during his life time. The reason for this Gandhi made it clear in his introductory words of this book that he never want to boast himself as a hero in the minds of the people but he wants to transfer some good thoughts to the reader that he experienced during his life time. What is there in this book? 'The story of my experiments with truth' is in five parts which begins with Gandhi's birth and his experiences in his personal life till 1921. The original script was written in Gujarati language by M.K. Gandhi to Navajivan magazine and it was later translated into English by Mahadev Desai. According to Mahadev Desai the sub-tittle Autobiography was given by Gandhi himself for his 'The story of My experiments with Truth'. In this book, Gandhiji mainly emphasized his experiments on his principles of truth, non-violence, spiritualism, celibacy, self realization, vegetarianism etc. Gandhi requested the readers to conduct similar such experiments in their life in their own way in quest of truth. A brief summary of the five parts found in this autobiography was given below for the interest of the readers. Part one In this part Gandhiji introduced his family members and the details about his birth to the readers. He narrated about his childhood days in this part in an interesting way. He rated himself as an average student with a shy character to intermingle with others. At the same time Gandhi's rejection to copying incident at school, an anecdote one has to know through Gandhi's words only. Two things which literally helped in his character building at this age are a play let Shravana Pitribhakti Nataka (a story about Shravanas devotion to his elderly parents) and the other is Satyaharischandra (a character of purana who never speaks lie even at the cost of his life) play. His child marriage with Kasturba, death of his father, his journey to England to earn law degree, the problems he faced there with their culture as well as his strict adherence to vegetarianism, religious foundation he got through Gita and Bible are the interesting things that the reader can get a first hand information from this part. Part Two To deal with a case Gandhi went to South Africa and there he was humiliated by racial discrimination incident in a first class coach. Gandhiji was very much moved by the oppressive and racial discrimination methods shown by South African rulers over the Indians who are living there. This heart throbbing situation of local Indians in South Africa made him a confident and strong leader. Part three Along with his family Gandhi went to South Africa to work with local Indians. He decided to completely dedicate his life to human service. He used to attend hospitals daily for two hours to clean the wounds of the patients and even clean toilets. At this time he developed the concepts of Brahmacharya, Non-violence and Satyagraha which later helped in the battle against British rulers in India. Finally the mission lead by Gandhi in South Africa has tasted success and that is the first win for Gandhi as a leader. Part Four Gandhi's increased interest in practicing vegetarianism, experiments of truth in court cases, experiments with satyagraha, experimenting Naturopathy in treating diseases, fasting method to self restraining, training of the spirit, meeting with Gokhalae are the interesting things found in this part. Part Five People treated Gandhiji as hero after his successful mission at South Africa. On the request of his political guru Gokhale, Gandhiji traveled throughout India and that made him realize the poor condition of Indians at the hasty rule of British. Champran satyagraha, Ahamedabad satyagraha, Kheda satyagraha, Satyagraha against Rowalat's act are important events we can know from this part. What makes this book worth reading? 1. A legendary and most popular person like Gandhi in his own words giving about the experiences of his personal life and an account of various events which occurred during independence struggle at that time will create a lot of interest among the people to read this book. Those who want to know history of Indian independence struggle, by reading this book they get a first hand information from a person who actually lead the struggle from front. 2. In writing this book Gandhi hide nothing the information that can reach the people whether it is good or bad.He was harsh on himself in admitting his mistakes as well as the ways he used to correct his mistakes. This sincerity or honesty of this great person had an influence on increasing the value of this book. 3. An average ordinary person who is shy even to mingle with others how he became 'Mahatma (great soul)' in the eyes of the people? How this simple person with his magnificent power of attraction able to bring millions of people together to fight against British?To know the answers for these questions one has to read the autobiography of M.K. Gandhi. 4. The simple and lucid style of his writing will help the readers to understand things easily. The various events and incidents which he experienced during his life time he put forth in this book in a very interesting way. These experiences enrich the reader with the values and principals followed by Gandhiji during his life time. Gandhiji used to practice anything before he actually preach to any body. This principle that Gandhiji followed throughout his life brought millions of admirers to him to unite and fight against British. 5. Readers can experience the values of spiritualism, truthfulness, non-violence, self realization etc. from the illustrations he made in this book. From Tolstoy form experience in South Africa, Gandhiji realized that the young can be trained only through spiritual training. Spiritual training helps to mold the character of an individual. Without character building there is no value for education in young. Similarly in Gandhiji's opinion Truth is God. Through truth only self realization occur in a person. The experiments on truth that Gandhiji carried through out his life for the purpose of this self realization only. During independence struggle Gandhiji preached non-violence to people which became a weapon in achieving independence to India. My opinion about this book 'An autobiography or The story of my experiments with truth' written by M.K. Gandhi is highly inspiring book and in my opinion it ought to be read by every Indian. After reading this book, definitely every reader will appraise Gandhi's honesty and sincerity in presenting every minute details of his personal life without hiding anything to the reader, even though such incidents presented by him may derogate his value. I really appreciated this nature of Gandhi in my mind after reading this book. Gandhi put to practice the things before he actually preach them to others. I really appreciate this attitude of Gandhi and sincerely believe that this is the reason why millions of people through out the World whether supporters or opponents admired him and like to have a glimpse of him at least once in their life time. One more thing I realized about Gandhiji after reading this book and I really appreciate is the modest way he lead his life. The autobiography that Gandhi wrote is simply superb, especially he narrated all the events which occurred in his life very interestingly as well as the language used for this narration is very simple even to the understanding level of a common man. Conclusion Without doubt this is one of the most popular and famous book of this century. Gandhi gave utmost importance to principals, values and humanity rather than his life itself. Gandhiji lived his whole life as an example to others rather than simply preaching values to others. The great scientist, Albert Einsteen rightly remarked, the generation to come may not believe such a person like Gandhi with blood and flesh has walked on this earth. People have realized the importance of the principals and values of Gandhiji at present than before. Big people like Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela and American President Oboma became ardent admirers of Gandhi. Without any doubt the centuries to come Gandhiji will be remembered by people of any generation for the non-violent way he got independence to India.

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My Experiments with Truth – M K Gandhi (Book Review)

• November 16, 2015

‘The Story of My Experiments with Truth’  is a partial autobiography of M K Gandhi. He explains how various events molded his character, how he developed his philosophies, and how he followed them stringently even through periods of extreme trial. This book contains the important events of the his life from the time of Mahatma Gandhi’s birth (Oct. 02, 1869) to 1921, when the book was published.

We know Mahatma Gandhi. But how did M K Gandhi become Mahatma Gandhi? How was one person able to live truthfully, able to convince millions of people to follow him – given his unconventional method of fighting, able to gain enough strength to bring a powerful empire to its knees, all by following non-violent methods of protest? 

Practically, he suffered, and asked people to suffer along with him. To understand how he was able to do it, we nee a glimpse of his early life. That’s exactly what the great man himself offers us in his own words.

If you are looking for history and details on his political activities, this book may not satisfy you, although some history is included. This book is more of a spiritual exploration where M K Gandhi tells us how he developed his life’s principles and how he kept up with them (successfully) in spite of huge obstacles.

Some interesting nuggets of info I found in this book:

• M K Gandhi studied law in England and ate only vegetarian food even there. He eventually gave up cow’s milk when he came to know how cows were mistreated on large farms, and drank only goat’s milk which also he tried to avoid. Practically, he was a vegan!
• He went to South Africa to practice law but found himself drawn towards public work (initially legal) after looking at the hardships faced by Indians in South Africa. He fought for their rights, while there.
• M K Gandhi supported the British Govt. during the Boer War in South Africa and during the First World war while in India by becoming a volunteer (nurse) and by recruiting volunteers for them.
• In South Africa when he came to know that a few Indians were affected with Plague, he (along with a few friends) personally attended to them in spite of a grave risk of getting affected themselves.
• In South Africa, he tried to set up a farm and live a simple life outside the city, but was not able to continue as friends kept calling him into the city to address their grievances.
• In India, he traveled around with a third class railway ticket, although the conditions of third class compartments were very bad in those days.
• One of his initial Satyagraha campaigns in India was the Champaran movement where he fought the law against farmers that forced them to cultivate indigo on a significant portion of their lands. His fight took two years but he was successful.
• There upon he led the protest for the Kheda farmers who were forced to pay a huge tax in spite of a famine. Although the lands were confiscated and people were arrested, the large majority did not flinch and the Govt. agreed to withdraw taxes for two years while returning the property.

I should agree that before studying this book, my knowledge about this great man was limited. Now I know something more. I love the way in which he brings his internal debates and confusions — no wonder he is the champion of truth!

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its good book Its autobiography in real sense , today majority biographies just glorify the person

I had read this book almost a decade before… Respects for the great man!

I want to read this book from a very long time… hope to do soon. Thanks for the link to download the book

i love this book..

Very inspire story but not much in detail.

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The Story of My Experiments with Truth  by M.K. Gandhi

This one comes under those “you should read it at least once” books.

Gandhiji (the respectful way to refer to him) is a very strange figure in Indian history. He is both more Indian and less Indian than anyone you will ever meet or read about. Indians love to celebrate him and love to distance themselves from him. His name lives on in a legacy of political leaders that he would likely not endorse.

Gandhiji’s influence on India is a topic for another post. This book is his autobiography and his views of what was going on around him during the beginnings of the movement for a free and independent India. It is a classic, however don’t expect it to prepare you for Indian culture like other books might.

Aside from being challenged by his faith and life, the biggest takeaway I got from this book was how common of an Indian Gandhiji was. He talks in detail about his family. He obsesses over food and vegetarianism. He is consumed both with very noble thoughts and very common, ordinary thoughts. After reading this, Gandhiji comes across as the true “common man” to emulate.

The book covers his life up until 1921, about the time his international fame was starting to spread. Despite not covering the later part of his life, you get a great perspective into his character, values, and travels, which stay consistent throughout his life.

Who would like it: Anyone with a mild interest Gandhiji, whether from a political, social, or spiritual perspective. Don’t expect to learn about India as a culture, but rather India through the eyes of one incredible man.

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My Experiments with Truth | Book Review | Mahatma Gandhi Autobiography

Mahatma Gandhi or Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, one of the most iconic leaders in history especially Indian history, left behind a legacy of wisdom, compassion, and non-violence. His autobiography My Experiments with Truth chronicles his early life as well as his journey to becoming a leader who lead billions of Indians to take down the British rule in India. This book is one of those reads that will change your life for the better. So, read the book summary, favourite book quotes, and book review of My Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi in this post below.

About My Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi:

No. of Pages: 448

Book Release Date: 1925 in Gujarati

Genre: Autobiography, Non-Fiction, Memoir, Biography, History, Indian history

Reading Age: 15 years and above

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The Story of My Experiments with Truth by M.K. Gandhi Book Summary:

My Experiments with Truth is the autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi, where he reflects on his life journey, values, and the principles that shaped his actions. Originally published as weekly instalments in his Gujarati newsletter, this book covers his early childhood in India, his education in England, and his legal practice in South Africa, where he first encountered racial discrimination. It was here that Gandhi began his experiments with non-violent resistance, or Satyagraha , which later became central to India’s struggle for independence .

Gandhi candidly shares personal challenges, including his spiritual growth, struggles with self-discipline, and his unwavering commitment to truth ( Satya ) and non-violence ( Ahimsa ). He discusses his experiments with vegetarianism, simplicity, and celibacy, all of which were part of his pursuit of self-purification. Through his reflections, readers gain insights into his philosophy of life, leadership, and his profound dedication to service and justice.

So, this book offers not only a glimpse into Gandhi’s personal life but also serves as a guide for those seeking to live with integrity, compassion, and a sense of moral duty. 

My Experiments with Truth : Autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi Book Review:

Mahatma Gandhi’s My Experiments with Truth is more than just an autobiography—it’s a deep dive into the life and philosophy of one of the most influential figures in history. Reading this book feels like sitting down with Gandhi himself as he opens up about his life, beliefs, and the personal trials that shaped his unique outlook on truth, non-violence, and simplicity. Also his autobiography covers the period from his birth (1869) to the year 1921. 

After that 1921, this quote he shares in the last chapter says it all why he didn’t write about his life further.

My life from this point onward has been so public that there is hardly anything about it that people do not know…”

Why Autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi is a Must-Read:

A first-hand account of gandhi’s life:.

The book provides an intimate look at Gandhi’s childhood in India, his journey to England for education, and his experiences in South Africa, where he developed his concept of Satyagraha (non-violent resistance). These insights allow readers to understand the real person behind the legend.

A Guide to Living a Purposeful Life:

M.K. Gandhi’s relentless pursuit of truth ( Satya ) and non-violence ( Ahimsa ) is at the heart of this book. His “experiments” with diet, celibacy, and simplicity are meant to inspire readers to focus on self-discipline and personal growth.

The seeker after truth should be humbler than the dust. The world crushes the dust under its feet, but the seeker after truth should so humble himself that even the dust could crush him. Only then, and not till then, will he have a glimpse of truth.”

Timeless Values for Today’s World:

The core values Mahatma Gandhi stood for—truth, justice, equality, and non-violence—remain incredibly relevant today. His approach to resolving conflict peacefully offers powerful lessons for anyone navigating personal or societal challenges in the modern world.

A powerful Quote that shows Mahatma Gandhi’s determination in his quest for justice.

Remember that all through history, there have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they seem invincible. But in the end, they always fall. Always.”

The Book’s Global Influence:

My Experiments with Truth is famous because it doesn’t just tell Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi’s story; it shares his philosophy that influenced movements for civil rights and freedom across the globe. Leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela drew inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi’s approach.

Who Should Read My Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi:

• Anyone Interested in History or Social Change:

Gandhiji’s life and actions had a profound impact on world history, especially India’s independence from British rule. If you’re interested in understanding the roots of non-violent resistance or the Indian independence movement, this book is essential.

• People Seeking Personal Growth:

Gandhiji’s focus on self-discipline and living with integrity offers valuable lessons for those wanting to lead a more meaningful and purposeful life.

Men often become what they believe themselves to be.If I believe I cannot do something,it makes me incapable of doing it. But when I believe I can , then I acquire the ability to do it even If I didn’t have it in the beginning.”

• Aspiring Leaders:

For anyone in leadership roles, the book is full of lessons on how to lead with humility, integrity, and a commitment to justice.

Mahatma Gandhi very clearly defines duty.

Our duty is very simple and plain. We want to serve the community, and in our own humble way to serve the Empire. We believe in the righteousness of the cause, which it is our privilege to espouse. We have an abiding faith in the mercy of the Almighty God, and we have firm faith in the British Constitution. That being so, we should fail in our duty if we wrote anything with a view to hurt.”

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Conclusion:

In words of mahatma gandhi, he describes his autobiography “my experiments with truth” the best..

It is not my purpose to attempt a real autobiography. I simply want to tell the story of my numerous experiments with truth, and as my life consists of nothing but those experiments, it is true that the story will take the shape of an autobiography.”

All in all, what makes My Experiments with Truth so compelling is Gandhiji’s honesty. He doesn’t present himself as perfect but openly shares his mistakes, doubts, and the constant learning that shaped him into the leader he became. The conversational tone and candid nature of the book make it easy to relate to, while the lessons it offers are timeless. It’s a powerful read for anyone who’s looking to understand the power of truth, self-improvement, and living with purpose.

So, a must read book, Njkinny recommends this autobiography that will change your life. A perfect gifting option, this one is not-to-be-missed.

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• Gandhi Autobiography or The Story of My Experiments with Truth

An Autobiography or The Story of My Experiments with Truth

Mahatma Gandhi's Autobiography is one book which guides you as to what is right and wrong. Most importantly, the author should have experienced all these. The original was in Gujarati, and was later translated into English and other Indian languages. The book is in five parts, beginning with his birth, up until the year 1921. In the last chapter he writes, "My life from this point onward has been so public that there is hardly anything about it that people do not know..."

The introduction reads, "What I want to achieve - what I have been striving and pining to achieve these thirty years - is self-realization, to see God face to face, to attain Moksha. I live and move and have my being in pursuit of this goal."

The paperback edition of the book costs Rs. 80/- being subsidized by the Navajivan Trust, Ahmedabad.

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not be difficult. Ever since that time Geometry has been both easy and interesting for me.

Sanskrit however proved a harder task. In Geometry there was nothing to memorise, whereas in Sanskrit, I thought, everything had to be learnt by heart. This subject also was commenced from the fourth standard. As soon as I entered the sixth I became disheartened. The teacher was a hard taskmaster, anxious, as I thought, to force the boys. There was a sort of rivalry going on between the Sanskrit and the Persian teachers. The Persian teacher was lenient. The boys used to talk among themselves that Persian was very easy and that the Persian teacher very good and considerate to the students. The ‘easiness’ tempted me and one day I sat in the Persian class. The Sanskrit teacher was grieved. He called me to his side and said: ‘How can you forget that you are the son of a Vaishnava father? Won’t you learn the language of your own religion? If

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The Story of My Experiments with Truth: An Autobiography Paperback – March 27, 2016

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• Print length 168 pages
• Language English
• Publisher CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date March 27, 2016
• Dimensions 8.5 x 0.5 x 10.5 inches
• ISBN-10 1499142471
• ISBN-13 978-1499142471
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• Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (March 27, 2016)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 168 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1499142471
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1499142471
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.15 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.5 x 10.5 inches
• #13,679 in Political Leader Biographies
• #45,859 in Historical Biographies (Books)
• #84,176 in Memoirs (Books)

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Mohandas k. gandhi.

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Customers find the book enlightening, interesting, and an eye-opener. They appreciate the reason for some of his experiments and his truthful admittance. Readers also say the notes are helpful.

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Customers find the story wonderful, inspiring, and fascinating. They say it's a good autobiography with conviction, humility, persistence, selflessness, and faith. Readers also mention the language is easy to read and the story is still evolving.

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