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- Gandhi in a Canadian Context: Relationships between Mahatma Gandhi and Canada
- Book
- 2017
- Published by: Wilfrid Laurier University Press
summary
Gandhi in a Canadian Context examines a range of intriguing and under-studied connections between India’s greatest nationalist leader, Mahatma Gandhi (1869–1948), and facets of life in Canada, including Gandhi’s interest in and contact with Canada and Canadians early in the twentieth century, and the implications of Gandhi’s thinking on a range of issues in Canadian society today. This collection of essays by Canadian scholars explores topics such as Gandhi’s awareness of Canada; the academic study of Gandhi in Canadian higher education; and dimensions of Gandhi’s thought that demand greater attention and have enduring relevance for individuals and communities in Canada. These range from a peace-oriented Islam and participation in direct action campaigns to a more constructive politics and environmental stewardship. This book breaks new ground in the depth of its study of a figure significant for both Canada and the world at large. The themes in this book will be of interest to scholars in Gandhi studies, education, Canadian history, and sociology, as well as to the general reader who seeks to reflect on what traditions of non-violence and conflict resolution championed by Gandhi might contribute to social progress in Canada.
Table of Contents
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- Title Page, Copyright Page
- pp. i-vi
- Acknowledgements
- p. ix
- Introduction
- pp. 1-10
- Mahatma Gandhi and Winnipeg, Manitoba
- pp. 143-152
- Bibliography
- pp. 167-174
- About the Contributors
- pp. 175-176
Additional Information
ISBN
9781771122597
Related ISBN(s)
9781771122351, 9781771122603
MARC Record
OCLC
971957497
Pages
192
Launched on MUSE
2017-02-11
Language
English
Open Access
No