Gleanings of the Road

Book Details

• Author: Rabindranath Tagore

• Publisher: Niyogi Books Private Limited

• Edition: First Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• ISBN: 9789386906250

• Pages: 224

• Release Date: 28-12-2017

About the Book

Pather Sanchoy, a travelogue by Rabindranath Tagore, captures the reflections and experiences of one of India’s most iconic thinkers during his travels to England and the USA between 1912 and 1920. This volume brings together fourteen essays, originally published in Bengali journals, and includes seven letters Tagore wrote to his colleagues at the Shantiniketan ashram during his trips. Tagore, in his unique manner, revises and rewrites these essays to offer readers a more personal, colloquial perspective, making the travelogue a compelling and accessible account.

Through his travels, Tagore shares his keen observations and insightful perspectives on Western life, blending personal experiences with philosophical musings. As Tagore journeys through different cultural terrains, his reflections delve into issues of identity, philosophy, and the human condition, presenting a beautiful fusion of geography and introspection. Pather Sanchoy is more than just a travel diary; it is a deeper exploration of Tagore’s thoughts on the world and his place in it.

This translated version, now available for the first time in English, offers readers a chance to witness the creative genius of Tagore as he engages with the Western world, making it an invaluable read for anyone interested in his life and philosophy, or for those who enjoy exploring the complexities of both geographical and psychological landscapes.