Rabindranath Tagore

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Chitra, a Play in One Act

Beschreibung

Experience the timeless beauty of Indian drama with Rabindranath Tagore's "Chitra, a Play in One Act." This captivating one-act play, steeped in Hindu mythology and drawing inspiration from the epic Mahabharata, showcases Tagore's masterful storytelling and lyrical prose. A cornerstone of Bengali literature and Indic drama, "Chitra" explores universal themes within a rich cultural context. This meticulously prepared print edition offers a chance to rediscover a classic work of Asian poetry and drama. Perfect for those interested in Asian literature, one-act plays, and the enduring power of mythological narratives, "Chitra" remains a compelling and insightful work that resonates across cultures and generations. Explore the profound depths of human emotion and the beauty of ancient tales within the pages of this enduring literary gem. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Indian polymath Rabindranath Tagore was a well-known poet, philosopher, musician, and artist who had a significant impact on changing the country's intellectual and cultural landscape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In Calcutta (now Kolkata), Tagore was born into a well-to-do Bengali family and started writing poems at a young age. He was the first non-European laureate to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 for his most well-known work, "Gitanjali" (Song Offerings). In addition to being a brilliant poet, Tagore was a well-known participant in the Indian Renaissance. In Santiniketan, he established Visva-Bharati University, putting a strong emphasis on a holistic education that combined the arts, culture, and environment. Poems, plays, essays, and short tales are among Tagore's literary works, which showcase his profound understanding of spirituality, human nature, and the nexus of tradition and modernity. He wrote both the music and the words to "Jana Gana Mana," which is India's national song. His influence affected India's political and cultural domains in addition to literature. As a fervent supporter of internationalism and humanism, Tagore's achievements have created a lasting legacy that has elevated him to a respected status both in India and around the world.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 48
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 82g
• ISBN-13: 9781023069656
• ISBN-10: 1023069652
• Artikelnr.: 73932770