Glimpses of Bengal
Selected from the Letters of Sir Rabindranath TagoreBy Rabindranath Tagore
Length2h 54m
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In "Glimpses of Bengal," the eminent Rabindranath Tagore offers a vivid and evocative portrayal of the cultural landscape of Bengal, interweaving personal reflections with a rich tapestry of geography, tradition, and spirituality. Tagore's prose exhibits a lyrical beauty, blending poetic sensibilities with detailed observations that immerse readers in the sights, sounds, and emotions of his beloved homeland. The book is not merely a travelogue; it serves as a profound meditation on the nature of belonging and the interplay of human experience with the natural world, contextualized within the larger movement of Bengali Renaissance during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A polymath and the first non-European laureate of the Nobel Prize in Literature, Tagore'Äôs life and work are deeply rooted in Bengali culture and philosophy. His upbringing in a prominent Bengali family nourished his artistic inclinations and shaped his perspectives on life and society. "Glimpses of Bengal" emerges from Tagore'Äôs desire to capture the essence of his homeland, reflecting the socio-political changes of the time and his quest for a universal human connection. This book is essential reading for those interested in the convergence of literature, culture, and identity. Tagore'Äôs masterful prose will resonate with anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Bengal'Äôs unique heritage and its enduring influence on the world stage.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length2 hrs 54 mins
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Publish dateNov 22, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2INTRODUCTION
3BANDORA, BY THE SEA,: October 1885.
4SHELIDAH, 1888.
5SHAZADPUR, 1890.
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6KALIGRAM, 1891.
7KALIGRAM, 1891.
8NEARING SHAZADPUR,: January 1891.
9SHAZADPUR,: February 1891.
10SHAZADPUR,: February 1891.
11ON THE WAY.: February 1891.
12CHUHALI.: June 1891.
13SHAZADPUR.: June 1891.
14SHAZADPUR.: June 1891.
15SHAZADPUR,: June 1891.
16SHAZADPUR,: June 1891.
17SHAZADPUR,: July 1891.
18ON BOARD A CANAL STEAMER GOING TO CUTTACK,: August 1891.
19TIRAN.: 7th September 1891.
20SHELIDAH,: October 1891.
21SHELIDAH,: 2nd Kartik (October) 1891.
22SHELIDAH,: 3rd Kartik (October) 1891.
23SHELIDAH,: 9th January 1892.
24SHELIDAH,: 7th April 1892.
25BOLPUR,: 2nd May 1892.
26BOLPUR,: 8th Jaistha (May) 1892.
27BOLPUR,: 12th Jaistha (May) 1892.
28BOLPUR,: 16th Jaistha (May) 1892.
29BOLPUR,: 31st May 1892.
30SHELIDAH,: 31st Jaistha (June)1892.
31SHELIDAH,: 16th June 1892.
32SHELIDAH,: 2nd Asarh (June) 1892.
33ON THE WAY TO GOALUNDA,: 21st June 1892.
34SHELIDAH,: 22nd June 1892.
35SHAZADPUR,: 25th June 1892.
36SHAZADPUR,: 27th June 1892.
37SHAZADPUR,: 29th June 1892.
38SHELIDAH,: 20th August 1892.
39BOALIA,: 18th November 1892.
40NATORE,: 2nd December 1892.
41SHELIDAH,: 9th December 1892.
42BALJA,: Tuesday, February 1893.
43CUTTACK,: February 1893.
44CUTTACK,: 10th February 1893.
45CUTTACK,: March 1893.
46SHELIDAH,: 8th May 1893.
47SHELIDAH,: 10th May 1893.
48SHELIDAH,: 11th May 1893.
49SHELIDAH,: 16th May 1893.
50SHELIDAH,: 3rd July 1893.
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