Rabindranath Tagore

Born in 1861
Poetry Spirituality
  • Rabindranath Tagore was a renowned Bengali poet, novelist, and philosopher who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913.

  • He modernized Bengali art and literature, rejecting rigid classical forms and linguistic constraints.

  • Tagore's works, including novels, short stories, songs, and essays, addressed both political and personal topics.

  • His best-known works include Gitanjali, Gora, and The Home and the World.

  • Tagore's compositions were chosen as national anthems for India and Bangladesh.

  • His writing style was acclaimed for its lyricism, naturalism, and contemplative nature, though it also faced criticism.

  • Tagore's complete works in Bengali are now available online, preserving his vast literary legacy.

Books by Rabindranath Tagore