E. M. Forster: a Tribute With Selections from His Writings on India

"In his own way, he has captured 'The Spirit of Life.' It is a life in which love of truth, love of friends, love of beauty, love of music, understanding, sympathy, courage, kindness, generosity, tolerance, wit and wisdom have combined to produce a man at once human and unique." So says K. Natwar-Singh in his introduction to this affectionate tribute to E. M. Forster, composed by six Indian friends and noted writers, who joined together to honor a man whose life and work have helped bridge the gap between the cultures of the East and West. This volume also includes his tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and selections from "Abinger Harvest", "The Hill of Devi", "A Passage to India", and "Two Cheers for Democracy". -- From publisher's description.