The Story of My Experiments with Truth
is the
autobiography
of
Mahatma Gandhi
, one of the most influential leaders in the history of India and the world. The book provides an account of his life, thoughts, and struggles, chronicling his journey toward
self-realization
,
non-violent resistance
, and
social change
. The autobiography was first published in installments in
1925-1929
and offers a profound glimpse into Gandhi's personal, spiritual, and political development.
Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948) is best known for leading India to
independence from British rule
through
non-violent civil disobedience
and his philosophy of
ahimsa
(non-violence). His autobiography is not just a personal account of his life, but a
philosophical and moral exploration
that illuminates his ideas on truth, religion, politics, and the struggle for social justice.
The title of the autobiography reflects Gandhi's commitment to constantly question and refine his actions and beliefs in search of
truth
. He viewed his life as a series of
experiments
with this central principle, as he navigated the challenges of leadership, morality, and faith.