Indira Gandhi: Letters to an American Friend, 1950–1984 (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1985) is a collection of personal letters written by Indira Gandhi to American photographer and writer Dorothy Norman. Edited and introduced by Norman, the book spans over three decades, offering intimate insights into Gandhi’s personal life, political career, and reflections on India’s transformation. The correspondence reveals Gandhi’s human side—her friendships, struggles, and philosophical outlook—contrasting with her public image as a powerful and controversial leader.