Gandhi in 150 Anecdotes
- Publisher : Penguin Random House
- Publishing year : September 2019
- Binding : Hardback
- ISBN : 9780143449225
- Imprint : Puffin Books
- Age Group : Young Reader
- Language : English
On 2 October 1869, a shy boy was born in Porbandar, Gujarat, who went on to become a heroic leader and change the course ...
On 2 October 1869, a shy boy was born in Porbandar, Gujarat, who went on to become a heroic leader and change the course of Indian history. With his round-rimmed spectacles, short khadi dhoti and walking stick, he became an enduring symbol of non-violence, peace and independence. He is the Father of the Nation, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi.
Tracing his evolution through 150 little-known and inspiring incidents from his life, unusual trivia and gorgeous illustrations, this one-of-a-kind book offers answers to many pressing contemporary issues and depicts how Mahatma Gandhi remains relevant even today.
Gandhi in 150 Anecdotes is a classic tribute and a collectible edition that celebrates 150 years of the Mahatma, one of the most revered figures in world history.
Arthy Muthanna Singh is a children’s writer, freelance journalist, copywriter, editor and cartoonist. She has authored more than 35 books for children. She conducts creative writing workshops and lives in Gurugram. She has been helping her mother conduct the Ooty Literary Festival since 2016. Her present occupation is that of partner at SYLLABLES27, an outfit that produces books for children on a turn-key basis for publishers and organizations that work with children. She hopes to move to Goa someday. Mamta Nainy is a children’s writer and editor. She spent some years in advertising before an apple fell on her head while she was sitting under a mango tree and she had her Eureka moment. She has been writing for children since then. She has authored many books for children, including A Brush with Indian Art, which won the Hindu-Goodbooks Young World Award 2019 in the Best Book Non-Fiction category and Bioscope, a picture book that featured in the IBBY Honour List 2012.
