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Tagore was a true Renaissance man, distinguishing himself as a gifted philosopher, social and political reformer as well as a popular author in all literary genres. His most famous poem, extracts of which are recorded here, is Gitanjali which earned him the distinction of the first Asian writer to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913. His songs include both the Indian and Bangladeshi national anthems. Many of these titles are on our audiobook version which can be purchased from iTunes, Amazon and other digital stores.
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Tagore, The Poetry Of - Rabindranath Tagore
The Poetry Of Rabindranath Tagore
Poetry is a fascinating use of language. With almost a million words at its command it is not surprising that these Isles have produced some of the most beautiful, moving and descriptive verse through the centuries. In this series we look at individual poets who have shaped and influenced their craft and cement their place in our heritage.
In this volume we venture to the East. To met a poet who speaks a common language of love and mysticism which continues to convey valuable insights into universal themes in contemporary society.
Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) who was a gifted Bengali Renaissance man, distinguishing himself as a philosopher, social and political reformer and a popular author in all literary genres. He was instrumental in an increased freedom for the press and influenced Gandhi and the founders of modern India.
He composed hundreds of songs which are still sung today as they include the Indian and Bangladesh’s national anthems.
His prolific literary life has left a legacy of quality novels, essays and in this volume of poetry you can hear Gitanjali, one of his most famous works, which earned him the distinction of being the first Asian writer to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913.
Many of the poems are also available as an audiobook from our sister company Portable Poetry. Many samples are at our youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/PortablePoetry?feature=mhee The full volume can be purchased from iTunes, Amazon and other digital stores. Among our readers are Richard Mitchley and Ghizela Rowe
Index Of Poems
My Polar Star
Hard Times
Lord of My Life
Waiting
The Sun of the First Day
My Song
Fireflies
One Day in Spring...
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GITANJALI Song Offerings
Mind Without Fear
Little Flute
Purity
Moment's Indulgence
Flower
Fool
Leave This
Journey Home
Song Unsung
Strong Mercy
Patience
Lotus
Boat
Friend
When Day Is Done
Sleep
Lamp of Love
Dungeon
Who is This?
Prisoner
Free Love
Little of Me
Give Me Strength
Closed Path
Only Thee
Beggarly Heart
Sail Away
Signet of Eternity
Where Shadow Chases Light
Silent Steps
Distant Time
The Journey
Light
Passing Breeze
Seashore
Colored Toys
Old and New
She
Stream of Life
Maya
Innermost One
Senses
Face to Face
Lost Star
Let Me Not Forget
Roaming Cloud
Lost Time
Endless Time
Chain of Pearls
Brink of Eternity
Untimely Leave
Death
Last Curtain
Farewell
Threshold
Parting Words
Still Heart
Ocean of Forms
Sit Smiling
Salutation
My Polar Star
I have made You the polar star of my
existence; never again can I lose my way in the
voyage of life.
Wherever I go, You are always there to