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About The Book: Mother India (1927) by Katherine Mayo is a highly controversial critique of Indian society, culture, and politics, particularly opposing the Indian independence movement. Mayo criticizes India's treatment of women, Dalits, and animals, while portraying Indian men as sexually weak, attributing societal issues like rape and early pregnancies to this. The book was widely criticized for racial prejudice and misrepresentation of India. Mahatma Gandhi condemned it as distorted, and it was burned in protests. Despite some praise, it remains a symbol of imperialist, Indophobic views. About The Author: Katherine Mayo (1867–1940) was an American historian and writer known for her controversial views on race, immigration, and colonialism. Her 1927 book Mother India criticized Indian society, sparking backlash, especially from Gandhi. Mayo also advocated for nativism, racism, and imperialism, notably in The Isles of Fear (1925). The Title 'The Mother India written/authored/edited by Katherine Mayo', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369200184 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 472 (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.