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Poetry· India

Gitanjali

by Rabindranath Tagore
Aggregate Editorial Score60/100
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Published 1910Bengali
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About This Book

Gitanjali by Rabindranath Tagore is a landmark work of poetry, first published in 1910. Rabindranath Tagore's 'Gitanjali' is a collection of poems that express profound spiritual and philosophical reflections. Originally written in Bengali and later translated into English by Tagore himself, the work earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. The poems are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and spiritual depth, exploring themes of divine love, human connection, and the quest for truth. Themes of spirituality, divine love, human connection run through the work. The book has received recognition from Nobel Prize in Literature 1913.

Book Details

AuthorRabindranath Tagore
Published1910
Country of Origin🇮🇳 India
LanguageBengali
Category🌿 Poetry
ISBN9788171676769
Editorial Score60/100
About the Category

🌿 Poetry

Collections of verse spanning lyric, epic, and experimental forms.

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Country of Origin

🇮🇳 India

This book is part of India's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

Nobel Prize in Literature
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19130
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gitanjali about?

Rabindranath Tagore's 'Gitanjali' is a collection of poems that express profound spiritual and philosophical reflections. Originally written in Bengali and later translated into English by Tagore himself, the work earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. The poems are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and spiritual depth, exploring themes of divine love, human connection, and the quest for truth.

Who wrote Gitanjali?

Gitanjali was written by Rabindranath Tagore, from India. First published in 1910.

What awards has Gitanjali won?

Gitanjali has received the following recognition: Nobel Prize in Literature 1913.

Is Gitanjali worth reading?

Gitanjali is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 60/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in spirituality, divine love, human connection.

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What category is Gitanjali?

Gitanjali is classified as Poetry. Collections of verse spanning lyric, epic, and experimental forms.

What country is Gitanjali from?

Gitanjali originates from India's literary tradition. Explore more books from India on our country page.

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