Gitanjali, or ‘The Song Offerings’, the iconic poetry collection from Indian literary giant Rabindranath Tagore, won a Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913. Comprising 157 poems, Gitanjali is a reflection of Tagore’s consciousness, wisdom and philosophy.
During this discussion, experts including Open University art lecturer Dr Samuel Shaw, Professor of World Literature Elleke Boehmer and Scottish Centre of Tagore Studies Director Bashabi Fraser will explore Tagore’s poetry and his unlikely relationship with British painter and Manningham local Sir William Rothenstein, who was responsible for bringing Tagore’s work to western eyes, leading to an English translation and, ultimately, a Nobel Prize win.
In this rare event, join us to hear Tagore’s words as they resonate through the ages.