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Koti ja maailma

By Rabindranath Tagore
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The novel follows Bimala, a sheltered wife who, drawn to the passionate rhetoric of a charismatic nationalist visitor, becomes torn between his militant swadeshi agitation and her husband Nikhil's measured, reformist liberalism. Presented through interleaved first-person sections from Bimala, Nikhil and Sandip, it traces personal awakening, moral ambiguity and the clash between private affection and public zeal. Themes include female agency, the seductive power of ideology, and the ethical costs of political violence as national fervor reshapes domestic life and tests conscience.

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Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) was a Bengali poet, playwright, and philosopher, widely regarded as one of the most significant figures in Indian literature. He was the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, recognized for his profound and lyrical poetry, particularly in his acclaimed work "Gitanjali." Tagore's literary contributions span various genres, including poetry, short stories, and essays, reflecting his deep engagement with themes of spirituality, nationalism, and humanism. His plays, such as "Chitra," showcase his innovative approach to drama, while his essays, like "Nationalism," explore the complexities of identity and culture. Tagore's legacy continues to influence writers and thinkers around the world.

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