About the Book: Glimpses of World History by Jawaharlal Nehru is a remarkable collection of letters written during India’s freedom struggle, offering a sweeping overview of world history through a deeply human perspective. Written for his daughter Indira Gandhi, these letters explore the rise and fall of civilizations, major historical events, political movements, cultures, and ideas that shaped humanity. Combining historical insight with reflections on freedom, justice, and progress, Nehru presents history as an interconnected journey of human experience. This acclaimed work remains one of the most accessible and thoughtful introductions to world history.