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About The Book: India Calling: The Memories of Cornelia Sorabji (1934) is the autobiography of Cornelia Sorabji, India's first female barrister. Born in 1866, Sorabji was the first woman to graduate from Bombay University and the first to study law at Oxford University. In her memoir, she chronicles her journey from childhood in colonial India to her pioneering legal career. The book offers insights into her advocacy for purdahnashins—women secluded from public life—and her efforts to improve their legal and social status. Sorabji also reflects on her experiences navigating the complexities of colonialism, gender, and identity. About The Author: Cornelia Sorabji (1866–1954) was a pioneering Indian lawyer, social reformer, and writer. She was the first woman to graduate from Bombay University and the first female law student at Oxford University. Upon returning to India, she worked to support purdahnashins—women sequestered from public life—though initially unable to represent them in court due to gender-based legal restrictions. After passing legal exams in Bombay and Allahabad, she became India’s first female advocate. Only in 1923, when women were legally allowed to practice law, could she begin working formally, though discrimination limited her courtroom presence. She documented her experiences in books and autobiographies. The Title 'India Calling: The Memories of Cornelia Sorabji written/authored/edited by Cornelia Sorabji', published in the year 1935. The ISBN 9789371691871 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 348 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: