Gandhi: A Memoir presents William L. Shirer’s personal reflections on his encounters with Mahatma Gandhi and his impressions of Gandhi’s political and moral influence. Shirer, an American journalist covering India, shares his personal observations about Gandhi—from his simplicity and spiritual discipline to his brilliance in leading a nonviolent resistance against British imperialism. Shi…
Indira Gandhi’s Emergence and Style by Nayantara Sahgal offers a psychological and political portrait of Indira Gandhi, focusing on her personality, leadership style, and how she rose to power. Sahgal dissects the interplay between Indira’s familial inheritance (as Nehru’s daughter) and her own temperament, arguing that her political behavior and decision-making were deeply shaped by her …
Singapore's former Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew provides an account of his personal and political life and provides a blow-by-blow chronicle of his dealings with political groups and leaders, both Malaysian and international, on the road to independence. Includes b & w photographs. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland.
"Few gave tiny Singapore much chance of survival when it was granted independence in 1965. How is it, then, that today the former British colonial trading post is a thriving Asian metropolis?" "The story of that transformation is told here by Lee Kuan Yew. Rising from a legacy of divisive colonialism, the devastation of the Second World War, and general poverty and disorder following the withdr…
Recalling his friendship and conversations with the late Indian leader, William Shirer presents a portrait of Gandhi that spotlights his frailties as well as his accomplishments. As a young foreign correspondent, William Shirer reported briefly on Gandhi'but the year was 1931, when India's struggle for independence peaked and Gandhi scored perhaps his greatest political success. The year before…
“Lee Kuan Yew: Perjuangan untuk Singapura” karya Alex Josey menggambarkan perjalanan hidup Lee Kuan Yew sebagai arsitek utama modernisasi Singapura. Buku ini menelusuri perjuangannya dalam menghadapi tantangan politik, ekonomi, dan sosial sejak masa kolonial hingga berdirinya negara kota yang mandiri. Melalui narasi yang detail, pembaca diajak melihat strategi kepemimpinan Lee dalam membent…
This biography by Frank Moraes offers a detailed and balanced portrait of Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister. Drawing from a wide range of sources, Moraes explores Nehru’s early life, his intellectual formation, his role in the Indian independence movement, and his political career after independence. The biography provides insights into Nehru’s personality — his humanism, h…
Atatürk by Lord Kinross is a comprehensive and authoritative biography of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first President of the modern Turkish Republic. Drawing from extensive research, personal accounts, and historical documents, Lord Kinross presents a vivid narrative of Atatürk’s life—from his early military career and decisive role in the Turkish War of Independence to his sw…
The Unfinished Memoirs is the autobiographical work of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh. In this memoir, Mujib recounts his political journey from his early days as a student activist, through his imprisonments, and his struggle for Bengali rights and autonomy under the Pakistani regime. The book covers key events such as the language movement, his involvement in politic…
This book, comprising essays, speeches, historical photographs, and personal reflections, traces Mujib's journey from his childhood in Tungipara to his role in Bangladesh's liberation. It also examines his legacy in contemporary Bangladesh, highlighting how his ideals continue to shape national identity. It is both a commemorative and scholarly work, aiming to deepen public appreciation and aca…