35 pages 1 hour read

Rabindranath Tagore

The Home and the World

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1916

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Tagore's The Home and the World offers a profound exploration of nationalism and personal identity. Readers praise its rich characterization and vivid prose. However, some find its philosophical dialogues dense and pacing uneven. Overall, it remains a compelling narrative blending personal and political dilemmas in early 20th-century India.

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Who Should Read The Home and the World?

A reader who would enjoy The Home and the World by Rabindranath Tagore likely appreciates classic literature with intricate character development and a strong socio-political backdrop. Comparable to Tolstoy's Anna Karenina or Forster's A Passage to India, this novel suits those interested in historical and philosophical perspectives on personal and national identities.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Period
Asian Literature
Themes
Society: Nation