Gitanjali (eBook)
214 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654740288-6 (EAN)
Tagore's prolific oeuvre stems not only from his literary genius but from the profound philosophical and socio-cultural milieu that shaped his worldview. A polymath, his philosophical depth and humanistic outlook were palpable across his versatile endeavors. It was this confluence of introspection and universality that propelled 'Gitanjali' to transcend cultural boundaries, making Tagore not only a torchbearer of Bengali prose and poetry but also a vanguard of global intellectual Renaissance.
Readers from all walks of life will find 'Gitanjali' an entrancing portal to the grandeur of Tagore's inner sanctum, where every verse hums with the purity of a soul's intimate colloquies. It beckons the contemplative seeker and the ardent admirer of lyrical beauty, promising a sojourn through the vicissitudes of life's tapestry, rendered afresh with an arresting simplicity and universal appeal. Those poised on the cusp of philosophical awakening or in pursuit of a timeless literary pilgrimage will find in Tagore's 'Gitanjali' a work of ceaseless wonder and profound sagacity.
Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941), a towering figure in Indian literature, is renowned for his vast and varied literary contributions, blending Indian culture with Western influence. Born into the influential Tagore family in Calcutta during the British Raj, he was a polymath, whose repertoire included poetry, music, novels, essays, and plays. Tagore began writing at the tender age of eight and published his first substantial poetry under the pseudonym 'Bhanusimha'. His eloquence in literature is best exemplified in his renowned work, 'Gitanjali' ('Song Offerings'), a collection of poems which earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, making him the first non-European laureate in this category. 'Gitanjali', originally written in Bengali, was later translated into English by Tagore himself, capturing the profound spiritual essence and humanistic ethos that permeate his work. Tagore's literary style amalgamates lyrical beauty with philosophical depth, often reflecting on the divine and personal freedom. His influence extended beyond literature; he reshaped Bengali music and art and founded Visva-Bharati University, fostering a nexus of arts, education, and culture. Tagore's impact on Indian literature and his philosophical reflections on human identity, modernity, and nationhood remain deeply influential. His works are marked by an earnest introspection, a quest for realization, and a call for humanity's emancipation, making him a revered figure in global literature and thought.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 13.11.2022 |
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Übersetzer | Rabindranath Tagore |
Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte |
Schlagworte | Asian Nobel laureates in literature • Bengali poetry • Gilgamesh • Indian Literature • Into Thin Air • Kahlil Gibran • Leaves of Grass • Life of Pie • milk and honey • Nobel Prize in literature • Philosophical Poetry • pre-independence Indian writers • Rabindranath Tagore poetry • Ramayana • Rudyard Kipling • Rumi • Song Offerings translation • spiritual poems • Tagore's English verse • William Blake |
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