Rabindranath Tagore

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The Complete Poetical Works of Rabindranath Tagore (eBook, ePUB)

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In "The Complete Poetical Works of Rabindranath Tagore," readers are invited into a rich tapestry of lyrical brilliance that encapsulates the profound spiritual and emotional landscape of early 20th-century India. Tagore's poetry, marked by its lyrical beauty and innovative use of language, traverses themes of love, nature, and the divine, reflecting both personal introspection and universal existential inquiries. Written against the backdrop of the Bengali Renaissance, Tagore's works reveal a fusion of Indian and Western influences while maintaining a deeply indigenous identity, employing unique rhythmic structures, and metaphorical richness that challenge conventional poetic form. Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941), the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, emerged as a pivotal figure in modernist literature and Indian cultural reform. His multifaceted career as a poet, philosopher, musician, and artist deeply informed his literary ethos, blending Western literary traditions with Eastern philosophical ideas. Tagore's own experiences-imbued with a quest for spiritual and cultural identity-guided his poetic voice, which seeks to establish a dialogue between the self and the cosmos, capturing the essence of human experience. This collection is an essential addition to any literary canon, beckoning poetry enthusiasts, scholars, and casual readers alike. Tagore's works resonate with timeless relevance, inviting us to explore the depths of human emotion and the interconnectedness of life. In delving into Tagore's celebrated oeuvre, readers will gain not only aesthetic pleasure but also profound insights into the philosophical explorations of existence.

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Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941), a towering figure in Indian literature, was a prolific poet, writer, composer, and painter. Often hailed as a cultural polymath, Tagore wrote extensively in Bengali and English, and his contributions to literature and music not only reshaped Bengali literature and music but also had a profound impact on Indian art and culture as a whole. His literary repertoire includes an array of poetry, novels, short stories, essays, and plays. 'The Complete Poetical Works of Rabindranath Tagore' encompasses the essence of his poetic journey, capturing the lyrical beauty and philosophical depth that characterized his work. Tagore's literary style seamlessly blended traditional Indian classical forms with Western literary traditions, which allowed him to convey complex spiritual and humanistic themes in a manner that was both intimate and universal. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 for his collection of poems 'Gitanjali,' making him the first non-European to receive this prestigious award. His literary themes often revolved around the politics of the human spirit and the profound truth of human relationships and experiences. Tagore's impact as a cultural icon remains deeply entrenched not only in Indian society but also in the global literary canon.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 417
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547719335
• Artikelnr.: 69352334