Nationalism (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Political & Philosophical EssaysBy Rabindranath Tagore
Length4h 32m
About this audiobook
Rabindranath Tagore's Nationalism gathers a series of lectures delivered during the First World War, in which he examines the modern nation-state as a mechanized political formation that threatens the moral and spiritual life of peoples. Written in lucid, aphoristic prose, the book blends political critique, philosophical reflection, and poetic humanism. Situated within anti-colonial discourse yet sharply critical of aggressive nationalism, it challenges both Western imperial power and imitative nationalist fervor in Asia. Tagore, the Bengali poet, educator, and Nobel laureate, wrote from the vantage point of colonial India and from a cosmopolitan intellectual life shaped by travel, literature, and reformist thought. His founding of Santiniketan and his commitment to education, rural renewal, and intercultural dialogue inform the book's distrust of political abstraction. He had witnessed how nationalism could become a substitute for ethical community, reducing human beings to instruments of collective power. Nationalism is recommended to readers interested in political philosophy, colonial modernity, and the ethical responsibilities of culture. Its arguments remain strikingly relevant in an age of resurgent identity politics and state-centered ambition. Tagore offers not a rejection of belonging, but a plea for a humane civilization beyond coercive national egoism.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
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GenrePolitics and Government
Length4 hrs 32 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 19, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Creative Unity (Annotated)
7Nationalism in Japan
2Introduction
8Nationalism in India
3Synopsis
9The Sunset of the Century
4Historical Context
10Analysis
5Author Biography
11Reflection
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6Nationalism in the West
12Memorable Quotes
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