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Der alte Geist Indiens offenbart sich auch in der christlichen Religion und erweist sich auch im heutigen Leben wirksam. Autor Rabindranath Tagore beschreibt den Menschen als solches, der ständig auf der Suche nach etwas ist, was mehr bedeutet als Nahrung und Kleidung, nämlich die Suche nach sich selbst. Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) war ein bengalischer Dichter, Philosoph, Maler, Komponist und Musiker. 1913 erhielt er als erster Asiate den Nobelpreis für Literatur.

The question is asked by each of us, but the answer remains elusive. Dictionaries summon up many words, but none fulfill. Love itself is often ethereal, felt but only seen in a glance, a look, a fleeting touch. Part of love’s beauty is perhaps in the fact that the question never can be adequately answered; it's ephemeral, a chimera of the heart and only felt. Our own experiences are unique and personal to ourselves and of little help defining it for another.

The vast varieties of flowers that exist provide an exceptional burst of vivid and subtle shades of colours, inspiring a smooth transition from petal to paper for so many of our greatest poets including Wordsworth, Tennyson, Burns, Swinburne and Coleridge....

We are face to face with this great world, and our relations to it are manifold. One of these is the necessity we have to live, to till the soil, to gather food, to clothe ourselves, to get materials from nature. We are always making things that will satisfy our needs, always in touch with this great world through hunger and thirst. Then, we have our mind; and our mind seeks its own food. It must find out reason in things, faced with a multiplicity of facts, and bewildered when it cannot find one unifying principle which simplifies the heterogeneity of things.

Dive into the profound insights of Rabindranath Tagore, a luminary of Bengali literature and Asia’s first Nobel laureate. In Sadhana, a captivating collection of essays originally presented at Harvard University, Tagore explores the richness of Indian beliefs, philosophy, and culture. He artfully juxtaposes these ideas with Western thought, offering readers a unique perspective that transcends cultural boundaries. Join us on this enlightening journey through Tagores visionary mind. (Summary by Peter Yearsley/Wikipedia)

Dive into a thought-provoking collection of essays exploring the Hindu and Buddhist perspectives on humanitys role in the cosmos. As the author eloquently states in the introduction, this work invites Western readers to connect with the timeless spirit of India, as expressed in sacred texts and reflected in contemporary life. Most essays were originally presented as lectures at Harvard University in 1916 or earlier, offering a unique glimpse into profound philosophical insights. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)

Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941), affectionately known as Gurudev, was a transformative Bengali poet, visual artist, playwright, novelist, and composer who profoundly influenced Bengali literature and music during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He made history as Asia’s first Nobel laureate, receiving the 1913 Nobel Prize in Literature. The Home and the World, a novel published in 1916, unfolds against the backdrop of the affluent estate of Nikhil, a content nobleman who shares a blissful life with his beautiful wife, Bimala. Their serene existence is disrupted by the arrival of ...

Rabindranath Tagore was a Bengali poet, visual artist, playwright, novelist, and composer. Three of his most prominent works are included here: Gitanjali is a cycle of 103 poems about the bliss of living and dying in wonder of the creation, while Stray Birds is a collection of some 300 poems. The poems are short but profound and the imagery lingers. The novel, The Home and the World is set on an estate in 1908; it’s a blend of love story and political intrigue against the background of the conflict in India.

He would espy some shadow moving behind the veil. A tinkling sound would come to his car from afar, and would set him dreaming of the ankles whose tiny golden bells sang at each step. Ah, the rosy red tender feet that walked the dust of the earth like God's mercy on the fallen! The poet had placed them on the altar of his heart, where he wove his songs to the tune of those golden bells. Doubt never arose in his mind as to whose shadow it was that moved behind the screen, and whose anklets they were that sang to the time of his beating heart.

Gitanjali is a collection of poems by the Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore. Tagore received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913, for its English translation, Song Offerings, making him the first non-European and the first Asian & the only Indian to receive this honour. It is part of the UNESCO Collection of Representative Works.

There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating.

In Rabindranath Tagore’s Gora, immerse yourself in a captivating exploration of identity, nationalism, and personal conviction. Set against the backdrop of colonial India, the novel follows the life of Gora, a young man deeply committed to the ideals of nationalism and reform. As Gora grapples with his fervent beliefs, he encounters diverse characters and complex situations that challenge his perspectives and shape his journey.

There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating.

Considerada como una de las novelas más representativas y complejas de Tagore, "Gora" presenta un retrato magistral de la sociedad bengalí a través de la epopeya de su protagonista. En el relato se entreteje una historia que muestra una India cuya diversidad de razas, culturas y religiones...

In this poignant collection of memories, the author reflects on his life as he approaches his fiftieth year. Written shortly before embarking on a transformative journey to Europe and America in 1912, this work marks his first foray into writing for publication in English. Discover the thoughts and experiences that shaped him during a pivotal moment in his life.

Dive into this captivating collection of letters penned by Tagore, each one offering a unique snapshot of various locales within the enchanting region of Bengal, India.

Delve into the mind of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore as he explores the essence of creativity and unity. Discussing a wide range of topics such as the creative ideal, the contrasting creative processes between the East and West, and the importance of freedom, Tagore paints a vivid picture of his philosophies. He also shares his vision of what an ideal university should be. (Summary by sidhu177)

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