Title
The Golden Boat: Selected Poems
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Bengali Is The Worlds Seventh Most Popular Language In Terms Of The Number Who Use It, But Few Have Made The Journey From The West To Its Cultural Or Spiritual Interior. Its Intellectual Tradition Is Without Equal In Presentday India. Rabindranath Tagore, A True Renaissance Man, Is Its Greatest Writer.Joe Winters Selection From Tagores More Than 40 Books Of Poetry Gives A Wonderful Sense Of His Variety In Lyrics, Songs And Narratives. It Complements And Extends The Work He Began With Translating Song Offerings (2000).Rabindranath Tagore (18611941) Became The First Nonwesterner To Win The Nobel Prize In 1913, Largely On The Strength Of His Own Prose Versions Of His Poems, Greatly Admired By W.B. Yeats. The National Anthems Of Both India And Bangladesh Are Tagores Own Compositions. His Songs Are Sung In All Bengalispeaking Parts.Joe Winter Lived In Calcutta From 1994 To 2006. Anvil Has Published His Poetry (Guest And Host, 2003) And Four Translations From Bengali: Two Volumes Of Poetry By Jibanananda Das And Two Books By Tagore, Gitanjali (As Song Offerings) And His Essays Atmaparichay (As Of Myself, Cotranslated With Devadatta Joardar). He Received The Tagore Institute Of Calcuttas 2006 Award For The Propagation Of Tagores Work. He Now Teaches In Sussex.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point five one inches in length, eight point six inches in height, and zero point seven one inches in width.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Golden Boat: Selected Poems' have? A: This book contains two hundred eight pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Rabindranath Tagore.
- Q: What language is primarily featured in this collection of poems? A: The poems are primarily in Bengali.
- Q: How should I read this book? A: You can read it at your own pace, as it contains a selection of poems suitable for casual reading.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in poetry appreciation? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners, offering accessible selections from Tagore's diverse poetic styles.
- Q: What themes can I expect in Tagore's poetry? A: Tagore's poetry often explores themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience.
- Q: How do I care for this paperback book? A: Keep it in a dry place and avoid direct sunlight to preserve its condition.
- Q: Can I clean the book if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a soft, dry cloth to remove any dirt.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you can contact customer support for a return or replacement.
- Q: Is there a return policy for this book? A: Yes, there is a return policy that allows you to return the book within a specified period.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store it upright on a bookshelf or flat to prevent warping.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for children? A: Yes, the content is suitable for older children and adults interested in poetry.
- Q: What makes Tagore's poetry unique? A: Tagore's poetry is unique for its lyrical beauty and its ability to blend Eastern and Western literary traditions.
- Q: How does this collection compare to other poetry collections? A: This collection highlights Tagore's versatility, making it distinct from other poetry collections that may focus on a single theme.