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Few figures in modern Indias history have been so revered, co-opted, or misunderstood as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. From his modest beginnings in rural Gujarat to his rise as a brilliant lawyer, and, eventually, his role as an important political figure at the centre of a nation on the brink of freedom and fracture, Patels journey is as compelling as it is complex. A man of iron will and unyielding discipline, Patel shaped the Indian nation at a time of extraordinary upheaval. Hailed as the Iron Man of India for his firmness and clarity of purpose, Patel was also a deeply private individual who was often enigmatic and inscrutable. Patel: A Life is the definitive biography of this iconic figure. Spanning decades of political turmoil, resistance, and negotiations, this account traces Patels evolution from Gandhis loyal lieutenant in campaigns to a towering national leader who commanded both the masses and vast political movements. It captures defining moments: the resolve of Kheda, the triumph of Bardoli, years of imprisonment, and his leading role within the Congress, while also exploring the tensions and rivalries that shaped his relationships with contemporaries. At the heart of this chronicle lies Patels extraordinary contribution during Partition, amid widespread violence and administrative collapse, where he brought order to chaos. His most remarkable achievementthe integration of over 500 princely states into the Indian Union stands as one of the greatest feats of political consolidation in history. Divided into chapters that mirror the phases of his life, from being found as a self-made individual to serving as a soldier of the nation until his final days, the book eschews hagiography to offer a nuanced portrait of Patel. It examines not only his public achievements but also the personal qualities that defined him: his austerity, his emotional restraint, his sharp wit, and his unwavering sense of duty. In addition, it investigates the contradictions and controversies that continue to surround his legacy. Meticulously researched and lucidly written, Rajmohan Gandhi delivers a magisterial account that restores Patel to his rightful place in Indias story.
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Author
Rajmohan Gandhi
Publisher
aleph book company
Number of Pages
568
Language
English
SKU
BK0544538
ISBN
9789365234619
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
22.9 x 15.2 x 3 cm
Binding
Hardback
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