Gora by Rabindranath Tagore
Gora by Rabindranath Tagore
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Gora is one of the most significant novels by Rabindranath Tagore, set in late 19th-century colonial India. The story follows Gourmohan “Gora” Chatterjee, a proud and orthodox Hindu nationalist who strongly believes in traditional religious and social customs. He is deeply committed to his ideals and initially rejects reformist and Western-influenced views. As the narrative unfolds, Gora’s beliefs are challenged through his interactions with people of different faiths, ideas, and social backgrounds. A major turning point in the story reveals surprising truths about his identity, forcing him to question rigid divisions of religion and caste. Ultimately, the novel moves toward a broader message of human unity, emphasizing that true identity goes beyond narrow social and religious boundaries.
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Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941) was a Bengali writer, poet, philosopher, and artist who reshaped Indian literature and music. He was the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 for his collection Gitanjali. Tagore wrote novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and essays that explored themes of humanism, spirituality, freedom, and social reform. His works, including Gora, reflect deep philosophical insight and a vision of universal humanity. He also composed the national anthems of India (Jana Gana Mana) and Bangladesh (Amar Shonar Bangla).
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