Brothers Against The Raj: A Biography Of Indian Nationalists Sarat And Subhas Chandra Bose

Leonard A Gordon

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Subhas Chandra Bose and his brother Sarat were among the most important leaders of the Indian struggle for independence. Brothers Against the Raj is the definitive biography of the Bose brothers, placing them in the context of the Indian freedom struggle and the turbulent international politics of the period.

Leonard A. Gordon uses material gathered from archives, records and over 150 interviews he conducted with the brothers' political contemporaries and family members, as well as hundreds of unpublished letters, to bring to life once more two of India's most controversial leaders during one of the most significant epochs in Indian history. "[A] distinguished book... Mr. Gordon is a thorough scholar..." "one of the books of the year for 1990." "Gordon has done full justice to the Bose brothers, giving them their due and recounting their story in the context of the turbulent times in which they lived." "Professor Gordon has... conducted exhaustive and painstaking research and put its fruits into an eminently readable book. Besides, he has skilfully put the story of their lives into the context of the complex politics of India and Bengal of their times."

The author is a New Yorker but knows Calcutta well... The entire distinguished family seems to come alive as he writes, but he is careful to paint them with their warts intact." "[An] extraordinary, informative, and insightful study of Subhas and Sarat Bose." " I have found the book informative and absorbing. [ Gordon has] managed to combine empathy with objectivity- not an easy feat."

What will you learn from this book

  1. Biography of Asit and Hem Chatterjee: The book likely provides a detailed biography of the Chittaprosad brothers, exploring their backgrounds, influences, and personal journeys.

  2. Role in the Indian Independence Movement: Expect insights into the active participation of the Chittaprosad brothers in the struggle against British colonial rule in India.

  3. Artistic Contributions: Given that Chittaprosad was an artist, the book might discuss his artistic contributions to the independence movement, including his use of visual arts as a form of protest.

  4. Political and Social Context: The book may delve into the political and social context of the time, providing a broader understanding of the challenges and circumstances surrounding the independence movement.

  5. Impact of British Rule: Anticipate discussions on the impact of British rule on India and the reasons behind the Chittaprosad brothers' resistance.

  6. Relationships and Collaborations: Explore the relationships and collaborations that the Chittaprosad brothers had with other key figures in the independence movement.

  7. Artistic Resistance: Understand how the Chittaprosad brothers used their artistic talents as a means of resistance against the British Raj.

  8. Imperialism and Exploitation: The book may touch upon the themes of imperialism, economic exploitation, and social injustice, examining how these factors influenced the Chittaprosad brothers' activism.

  9. Role of Art in Social Change: Consider insights into the broader theme of the role of art in instigating social and political change, drawing from the experiences of the Chittaprosad brothers.

  10. Legacy: Reflect on the lasting impact and legacy of the Chittaprosad brothers, both in terms of their contributions to the independence movement and their influence on subsequent generations.

Language English
ISBN-13 9788129136633
No of pages 807
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Book Publisher Rupa & Co
Published Date 01 Sep 2015

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Author : Leonard A Gordon

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