Glimpses of World History

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“Glimpses of World History” is a compilation of letters written by Jawaharlal Nehru to his daughter Indira Gandhi during his imprisonment in the 1930s. In these letters, Nehru provides a panoramic view of world history, spanning from ancient civilizations to contemporary events. Through engaging storytelling and insightful analysis, Nehru offers readers a unique perspective on the evolution of human societies, cultures, and ideas. This book serves as a captivating journey through the annals of time, shedding light on the interconnectedness of global events and the enduring quest for progress and understanding.

Weight	1.151 kg
Author	Jawaharlal Nehru
Publisher	PENGUIN INDIA
Book Type	Non-Fiction
Categories	History & Geography
Ages	18+
Binding	Paper Back
Edition	2004
ISBN	978-0143031055
Language	English
Pages	1155
Printing Remarks	Imported
Dimension	23.4 x 15.6 x 1.9
Weight	1.151 kg

SKU: AXDBS0245 Category: History & Geography Tag: Non-Fiction

Glimpses of the World History’ is an account of the progress of the world through centuries and ages. This book is a collection of letters that Jawaharlal Nehru wrote to his daughter Indira when he was in various Indian prisons for three years. The letters were meant to introduce her to the world and its history. In the first few letters, Nehru expresses his sadness for not being able to be around his daughter and give her the materialistic gifts that other parents could but he promises to give her a gift that he could afford; in the form of knowledge and wisdom through words that come from the very core of his heart. Nehru wrote 196 letters and covered the history of mankind from 6000 BC to the time he was writing the letters.