Fruit-Gathering

Fruit-Gathering (1916) is a collection of poems by Rabindranath Tagore, translated into English by Tagore after receiving the 1913 Nobel Prize in Literature. It is a powerful collection of prose poems that explore love, nature, faith, and dreams, featuring visions of saints and kings, celebrations of beauty, and powerful evocations of the natural world. This edition of the book is a classic of Indian literature reimagined for modern readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 102 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

Fruit-Gathering (1916) is a remarkable collection of poems penned by the renowned Rabindranath Tagore. Translated into English by Tagore himself after being awarded the prestigious 1913 Nobel Prize in Literature, Fruit-Gathering stands as a testament to the immense literary prowess of a master of Indian literature. Comprising a powerful assemblage of prose poems, this collection showcases Tagore's exceptional talent and mastery. In one of his poems, he tenderly invites his beloved to bid him, promising to gather his fruits and present them in overflowing baskets to her courtyard. However, he acknowledges that some fruits may be lost or not yet ripe, reflecting the weight of the season and the melancholic sound of a shepherd's pipe in the shade. Undeterred, he eagerly extends another invitation, urging his beloved to embark on a journey aboard the river.

Within these poems, Tagore explores a myriad of themes, including love, nature, faith, and dreams. At the pinnacle of his creative prowess, he portrays a range of characters, from a lovesick youth to an illiterate man holding a letter he cannot decipher. His longing to become a poet of the night, a singer of "fathomless silence," resonates deeply within him. Fruit-Gathering is replete with vivid visions of saints and kings, joyous celebrations of beauty, and powerful evocations of the natural world. It stands as one of Tagore's most original and visionary works, brimming with profound insights and artistic brilliance.

Presented in a beautifully designed cover and meticulously typeset manuscript, this edition of Rabindranath Tagore's Fruit-Gathering is a timeless classic of Indian literature reimagined for contemporary readers. It serves as a testament to Tagore's enduring legacy and the timeless power of his words, resonating with audiences across generations and cultures.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513134796