71 pages • 2 hours read
Mahatma GandhiThe Story of My Experiments with Truth
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1927A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Story of My Experiments with Truth chronicles Mahatma Gandhi’s life, from his early years in Porbandar, through his transformative experiences in England and South Africa, to his pivotal role in India’s struggle for independence. The autobiography details his pursuit of truth, nonviolence, spiritual growth, and political activism, highlighting his commitment to celibacy, dietary experimentation, and minimalism. Readers may encounter historical descriptions of racial and social inequalities.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Story of My Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi is a reflective autobiography praised for its candid insight into Gandhi’s ethos and experiences. Reviewers appreciate its profound personal and spiritual revelations, although some find it repetitive and overly moralistic. Its historical significance and inspirational narrative resonate strongly with readers.
Who Should Read The Story of My Experiments with Truth?
A reader who would enjoy The Story of My Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi is likely interested in autobiographies, nonviolent movements, and transformative leaders. Similar readers may appreciate books like Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela and The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr. These readers value personal reflections on ethical and political struggles.
RecommendedReading Age
16+yearsBook Details
Indian Literature
Philosophy
Religion / Spirituality
Politics / Government
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality
Society: Politics & Government