Gitanjali (ePub)

Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941), a polymath of Indian literature and the composer of the Indian national anthem, became the first non-European to be awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913. His eminent work 'Gitanjali,' an anthology of poems, is a sublime expression of spiritual transcendence and a seminal work in modern Indian literature. Tagore's literary style weaves classical with contemporary, the local with the transnational, suffusing his verse with a lyrical universality that has resonated globally. Renowned for his poetic thought, he delved deeply into the human experience, infusing his writing with philosophical inquiry, a profound empathy for the natural world, and consideration for the socio-cultural dynamism of his time. His substantial literary output includes dramas, essays, short stories, travelogues, and over a thousand poems. Catering not only to intellectual elites but also to the common people, Tagore's legacy is evident in the vast canon of his works that continue to inspire and provoke thought across diverse cultures. The profoundness of Tagore's influence extends beyond literature into the very essence of social reforms and the freedom movement of India. International recognition notwithstanding, Tagore's voice remains a beacon in Bengali literature, where he is affectionately called 'Bishwakobi,' the World Poet.