Penguin Random House is proud to unveil The Penguin Nehru Library, a definitive collection celebrating the life, philosophy, and writings of Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister. Six decades after his passing, Nehru’s profound insights and ideals continue to resonate, shaping India’s democratic ethos and inspiring global conversations on nation-building and social progress.
A tireless advocate for democratic values, civil liberties, and institutional development, Nehru’s foundational ideas continue to underpin modern India’s vibrant democracy. His vision for India and the world, expressed through his writings on democracy, secularism, global politics, and social justice, among others, remains remarkably relevant decades after his passing. The Penguin Nehru Library preserves his influential works, offering a vital resource to understand and engage with Nehru’s ideas that defined modern India’s trajectory.
This carefully curated collection brings together his most influential works, including letters, articles, and other writings, offering an invaluable resource for readers and scholars alike. These works reflect Nehru’s deep understanding of the world and his unwavering vision for India, making them timelessly relevant.
Speaking about the launch, Premanka Goswami, Head, Backlist & Associate Publisher, Vintage, says, ‘Jawaharlal Nehru’s writings highlight his acumen as a cerebral politician, statesman and world leader. His understanding of the civilizational past of India is marvelous. The five-volume Letters to Chief Ministers opens a window to his involvement and engagement of India’s society and polity. His writings are critically important to engage with and interpret the idea of India. We at Penguin are thrilled to roll out The Penguin Nehru Library and we sincerely hope that this series will engage a wide spectrum of readers for now and the days to come.’
Milee Ashwarya, Publisher, Adult Publishing Division, Penguin Random House India, says, ‘Jawaharlal Nehru was India’s first Prime Minister, and a seminal figure in our struggle for freedom and a distinguished man of letters. His contribution towards laying the foundation of modern Indian thought, polity and key institutions are exemplary, and we are proud to launch The Penguin Nehru Library to celebrate the writings and ideas of Jawaharlal Nehru.’
The Penguin Nehru Library is a tribute to Nehru’s enduring influence and a call to revisit the ideals that continue to guide us today. Stay tuned for the release and join us in exploring the legacy of one of India’s greatest visionaries.
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