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The Bhagavad Gita According to Gandhi offers Gandhi’s interpretation of the Hindu sacred scripture. Summary of the Book This book brings the insights of one of the world’s greatest humanists on the 'Song of God'. The teachings and messages that Krishna gave to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, constitute the Gita. Several interpretations of this text have been made over the ages and this book has Gandhi examining each verse of it. It promotes the idea that anything done in the context of truth never loses its value. His text was written for individuals across all faiths and beliefs. About Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was a freedom fighter, former advocate and Indian political figure. He was famous for his advocacy on nonviolence and his general perspectives on life. Born in Porbandar, Gujarat, Gandhi's life was changed with his education and eventual journey to South Africa where he helped the Blacks battle racism. He returned to his motherland to find her weeping under the weight of British Rule and his actions took India into the final years of conflict before finally achieving Independence. Gandhi is also known as the Father of the Indian Nation and Mahatma.