Author |
Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941 |
Translator |
Hollo, J. A. (Juho Aukusti), 1885-1967 |
Title |
Gora II : Romaani
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Original Publication |
Finland: Otava, 1925.
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Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gora_(novel)
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Note |
Reading ease score: 40.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Credits |
Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
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Summary |
"Gora II: Romaani" by Rabindranath Tagore is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of interpersonal conflict and societal obligations through its central characters, particularly focusing on Sutšarita and her struggles with personal freedom, relationships, and cultural expectations. As the narrative unfolds, it delves into the intricacies of love, tradition, and the boundaries imposed by society. At the start of the novel, Sutšarita confronts Haran, highlighting a significant turning point in her relationship with him as she refuses to proceed with an anticipated marriage. The dialogue reveals the tension between personal desires and familial obligations, with Haran feeling wronged while Sutšarita emphasizes the authenticity of her choices. The atmosphere is charged with emotional turmoil, as Sutšarita grapples with societal pressures and her evolving feelings, particularly in light of her growing attachment to Gora, another character whose impact on her life looms large. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of these characters' fates as they navigate the intersections of heart and duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
Finnish |
LoC Class |
PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
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Subject |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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Subject |
India -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
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Subject |
Bengali fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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Subject |
Hinduism and social problems -- Fiction
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Subject |
Social integration -- Religious aspects -- Hinduism -- Fiction
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Subject |
West Bengal (India) -- History -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
70177 |
Release Date |
Mar 1, 2023 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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