Mohandas K. Gandhi, known as Mahatma ("great soul") Gandhi, is a revered figure worldwide for his nonviolent action to free India from British rule. His iconic status endures in the United States through his influence on Martin Luther King Jr. and in popular culture, including quotations, a blockbuster film, and interest in Hindu spirituality and practices. Readers will discover how he came to be a member of the exalted pantheon of men for the ages. ...