The Complete Works of Rabindranath Tagore

The Complete Works of Rabindranath Tagore

Enriched edition. Exploring Tagore's literary legacy and philosophical insights in a comprehensive collection of poetry, plays, essays, and short storiesBy Rabindranath Tagore
Michael Caine
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The Complete Works of Rabindranath Tagore is an extraordinary collection that showcases the multifaceted genius of one of India's greatest literary figures. Encompassing poetry, prose, plays, and essays, this anthology is a testament to Tagore's profound exploration of human emotions and his nuanced understanding of nature and society. Written in both Bengali and English, the works reflect a unique blend of lyrical beauty and philosophical depth, illustrative of literary innovations that bridge Eastern and Western traditions. The context of the early 20th century, marked by colonial tensions and a burgeoning spirit of nationalism, informs much of Tagore's writing, resonating with themes of identity, freedom, and the interplay between individuals and their cultural landscapes. Rabindranath Tagore, the first non-European laureate of the Nobel Prize in Literature, was not only a poet but also a painter, philosopher, and educator. Born into a prominent Bengali family in 1861, Tagore was immersed in a rich cultural environment that cultivated his artistic inclinations. His travels through Europe and interactions with global intellectuals greatly influenced his worldview, allowing him to synthesize diverse ideas and express them through his art. His commitment to social reform and spirituality deeply informed his literary output, which remains timeless and universal. This compendium is essential for anyone seeking to delve into the rich tapestry of Tagore's thought and creativity. It serves not just as a collection of literary works, but as an invitation to reflect on the complexities of existence, love, and beauty. Readers, both familiar and new to his oeuvre, will find themselves captivated by Tagore's lyrical mastery and his enduring relevance in today's world. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Audiobook details

GenreLiterary Classics
Length67 hrs 15 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
83The Trust Property: I
2Introduction
84The Riddle Solved: I
3Author Biography
85The Elder Sister: I
4Historical Context
86The Postmaster
5Synopsis (Selection)
87Saved
Show all chapters
6Poetry
88Master Mashai: I
7My Golden Bengal (Amar Shonar Bangla)
89The Son of Rashmani
8The Morning Song of India (Jana Gana Mana)
90I
9Gitanjali
91IV
10The Gardener
92Plays
11Preface
93The Post Office: Dramatis Personæ
121
94Chitra
1342
95Preface
14Fruit-Gathering: I
96Scene V
15The Crescent Moon
97The Cycle of Spring
16The Home
98Introduction
17The Hero
99Act II
18Stray Birds
100Act IV
19Lover's Gift and Crossing: Lover’s Gift
101The King of the Dark Chamber: I
20The Fugitive: The Fugitive—I
102Sanyasi, or the Ascetic: I
21I
103Malini
22III
104Sacrifice
23IV
105The King and the Queen
24V
106Essays & Lectures
25VI
107Sadhana: The Realisation of Life
26VII
108Author's Preface
27VIII
109IV. The Problem of Self
28IX
110VI. Realisation in Action
29X
111Personality
30Fireflies
112What Is Art? (pt. 1)
31Songs of Kabir
113What Is Art? (pt. 2)
32I
114Meditation
33XXXII
115Nationalism
34Novels & Short Story Collections:
116Nationalism in the West
35Chapter I
117Nationalism in Japan
36Bimala's Story
118Nationalism in India
37Chapter II
119The Sunset of the Century
38Bimala's Story
120The Centre of Indian Culture: I
39Nikhil's Story
121Thought Relics
40Sandip's Story
122The Spirit of Japan
41Chapter III
123Creative Unity
42Bimala's Story
124Introduction
43Sandip's Story
125The Poet's Religion: I
44Chapter IV
126The Religion of the Forest: I
45Nikhil's Story
127An Indian Folk Religion: I
46Bimala's Story
128East and West: I
47Sandip's Story
129The Modern Age: I
48Chapter V
130The Spirit of Freedom
49Nikhil's Story
131Oriental and Occidental Music
50Bimala's Story
132Letters
51Nikhil's Story
133Introduction
52Chapter VI
134Shazadpur
53Nikhil's Story
135Shelidah
54Sandip's Story
136Patisar
55Chapter VII
137Letters of Tagore: Puri
56Sandip's Story
138My Reminiscences – Autobiography
57Chapter VIII
139Preface
58Nikhil's Story
140Part I
59Bimala's Story
1411
60Chapter IX
142Part II
61Bimala's Story
1434. Servocracy
62Chapter X
1446. Versification
63Nikhil's Story
145Part III
64Bimala's Story
14610. Srikantha Babu
65Chapter XI
14714. A Journey With My Father
66Bimala's Story
148Part IV
67Chapter XII
14916. My Return
68Nikhil's Story
15019. Literary Companions
69Bimala's Story
151Part V
70The Hungry Stones and Other Stories
15224. Ahmedabad
71The Hungry Stones
15326. Loken Palit
72The Home-Coming
154Part VI
73My Lord, the Baby
15528. European Music
74The Kingdom of Cards: I
15633. More About the Evening Songs
75The Devotee
157Part VII
76Vision: I
15835. Rajendrahal Mitra
77The Babus of Nayanjore
159Part VIII
78Living or Dead?: I
16041. The Steamer Hulk
79The Renunciation: I
16142. Bereavements
80Mashi and Other Stories
162Analysis
81Mashi: I
163Reflection
82The Auspicious Vision
164Memorable Quotes
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