10 Must-Read Books by Rabindranath Tagore

10 Must-Read Books by Rabindranath Tagore

By Archisha Yadav | May 08, 2025

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Set in colonial India, this powerful novel explores complex issues of identity, caste, religion, and nationalism through a young man’s awakening.

Gora

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A bold tale of love, jealousy, and desire, this novel follows the emotional journey of a widow navigating relationships and social expectations.

Chokher Bali

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This novel portrays the clash between personal love and political duty during the Swadeshi movement, raising deep moral and emotional questions.

The Home and the World

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A moving play about a terminally ill boy named Amal who dreams of freedom and the outside world, symbolising hope beyond physical limits.

The Post Office

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This Nobel-winning collection of poems beautifully explores devotion, love, and the divine, capturing the essence of Tagore’s spiritual vision.

Gitanjali

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This poetry collection offers short, reflective verses on life, nature, love, and truth, each one a moment of quiet thought and deep beauty.

Stray Birds

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A lyrical sequel to Gitanjali, this poetry collection continues to reflect on love, surrender, and the beauty of the human soul’s journey.

Fruit-Gathering

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A symbolic play about resistance and freedom, where Nandini stands against a greedy, oppressive regime that values wealth over humanity.

Red Oleanders

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A collection of essays where Tagore explains his philosophy of inner growth, spiritual unity, and living in harmony with the universe.

Sadhana: The Realisation of Life

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A mystical play where a hidden king symbolises spiritual truth, exploring themes of love, enlightenment, and the unseen divine presence.

The King of the Dark Chamber

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