Frontier Gandhi: My Life and Struggle: The Autobiography of Abdul Ghaffar Khan

Bacha Khan, also known as Badshah Khan, dedicated his life to social reforming the Pukhtuns, who follow a strict code called 'Pukhtunwali.' He was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and successfully mobilized the Pukhtuns through a non-violent struggle for independence. His autobiography, translated and published for the first time in English, reveals his thoughts on Pukhtun society, his vision for a more equitable world, and his teachings of non-violence. The book is the result of the participation of several members of his family and those who have studied his philosophy.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 584 pages
\n Publication date: 25 August 2021
\n Publisher: Roli Books Pvt Ltd
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Bacha Khan, affectionately known as 'Bacha Khan or 'Badshah Khan amongst his people, dedicated his life to the social reform of the Pukhtuns, a community that traditionally adheres to a strict code of life called 'Pukhtunwali,' governed by rigid tribal norms. Bacha Khan is an acknowledged leader in the hearts of the Pukhtuns across the world, thanks to his lifelong struggle to modernize Pukhtun society and his teachings of non-violence, adopted by his Khudai Khidmatgar (Servants of God) party during the struggle for independence against the British. He stands tall in the pantheon of leaders of the movement for independence. A close associate of Mahatma Gandhi, his success in mobilizing the Pukhtuns of the North-West Frontier Province and the Tribal Areas through a non-violent struggle had a significant bearing on this movement, in which the Khudai Khidmatgar allied with the Indian National Congress.

The Pushto edition of Bacha Khan's autobiography was first published in 1983 in Afghanistan, when he was 93 years old. Nearly four decades later, the book has been translated and published for the first time in English. This translation was painstakingly done by Sahibzada at the request of Shandana Humayun Khan, to whom he has dedicated the book. Shandana's maternal great-grandfather was Qazi Ataullah, a close lieutenant of Bacha Khan's and a key figure in the Khudai Khidmatgar movement. Before the translation process started, Sahibzada and Shandana visited several members of Bacha Khan's family, including his grandsons Nasir Ali Khan, Asfandayar Wali Khan, and Saleem Jan. The translator shared a close friendship with Bacha Khan's son, Abdul Ghani Khan, the greatest Pukhtun poet of the century.

The book is a result of the participation of several members of his family and their tireless efforts to preserve his legacy. It includes personal anecdotes, historical accounts, and insights into Bacha Khan's life and teachings. The book also sheds a light on the struggles and challenges faced by the Pukhtuns during the British colonial era and the role that Bacha Khan played in their struggle for independence.

Bacha Khan's autobiography is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the history, culture, and social reform of the Pukhtuns. It sheds light on the life and teachings of a remarkable leader who dedicated his life to the betterment of his community. The translation of the book into English has made it accessible to a wider audience, allowing people from all over the world to learn from Bacha Khan's experiences and insights.

\n Weight: 766g\n
Dimension: 154 x 226 x 41 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9788194969143\n \n