‘Gitanjali’ is one of Tagore’s most famous collection of poems. This was the start of Rabindranath Tagore’s international recognition. Yeats, who also wrote the introduction to Tagore’s ‘Gitanjali ’. His work gained popularity and admiration of many writers, many of whom were not of South Asian heritage, such as the likes of W.B. The inheritance and his earnings allowed him to publish several of his works.ĭue to Rabindranath Tagore’s combined income, he was able to sell numerous copies of his literature, therefore, gaining readers and increasing his audience. While at Santiniketan, Rabindranath Tagore produced several of his literary works and classics which he continues to be remembered for most notably, the ‘Gitanjali ’ in 1910.Īfter the death of his father in 1905, Rabindranath began receiving his inheritance. Once Rabindranath moved to the estate in Santiniketan, 1901, he began amassing his literary audience. Thus, politics and social reforms were frequent themes which Rabindranath Tagore presented through his written work many times. This impacted his political views and encouraged him towards social reforms, one of the reforms being in the education system.Īs previously mentioned, Rabindranath Tagore preferred not to partake in formal education.Īs a result, he created an educational institution within Santiniketan, the Visva Bharati University, in 1921. Hence, he often based his poetry on his surroundings and experiences. Many of these estates were in the countryside of Bengal.ĭue to living in these rural areas, he felt closer to humanity. The satire in ‘Manasi’, both political and social, is an example of Rabindranath Tagore’s political stance.Īt the start of the next decade, he decided to look after the Tagore estates. ‘Manasi’, which is Sanskrit for ‘ mind’s creation’, included poems relating to romanticism as well as analytical satire towards Bengalis. This was 17 years after the publication of his first poetry collection when he was only 16 years old. By 1890, he completed his collection, ‘Manasi’. Poetry and Politics: Rabindranath Tagore’s Rising PopularityĪfter his return to India, Rabindranath Tagore began publishing many of his poetry books. He moved back to India in 1880 and pursued writing. Instead, Rabindranath Tagore continued to write and publish his poetry and literary works. Arguably, this linked back to his detest towards structured education. However, he only stayed in London for a year, therefore, did not complete his law degree. He then moved from the Tagore owned home in Brighton to enrol at University College London. Rabindranath Tagore blended the Western culture he was introduced to with his Eastern roots. This experience influenced, both, his future writings and literary opinions.
During his stay in England, Rabindranath Tagore was introduced to the English culture, thus English literature. This was on the behest of his father who desired Rabindranath to become a barrister.įor his studies, he attended a school in Brighton, England in 1878.
This was after he visited the Golden Temple during his travels to Amritsar.ĭespite his passion for literature, Rabindranath Tagore initially went abroad to study law. As a result, he wrote many poems during this period of his life.įor instance, he wrote and published articles regarding Sikhism in Bengali magazines. The self-teaching Rabindranath Tagore became influenced by the knowledge he acquired throughout his travels. He further read books on classical poetry. Santiniketan was home to one of the many estates the Tagore’s owned.ĭuring Rabindranath Tagore’s tour of India, he studied several books on history, modern science and astronomy. He then, along with his father, went on a tour of India, beginning with Santiniketan. This impressed individuals in the media and arts field, including newspaper editors and mela organisers.Īfter turning 11, Tagore underwent the coming-of-age rite, called the upanayan. Upon this traditional ritual, he came into close contact with his father, likely for the first time. The young Rabindranath Tagore would often recite the poems he wrote, to people visiting his home. Rabindranath would also follow his father, having travelled widely himself in his later life. His father, Debendranath Tagore, however, travelled for long periods. Rabindranath, tutored by his elder brother, would often be strictly kept at home. His resent towards the education system would later be mirrored in his later works.
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