Rabindrajiban Katha

• Author: প্রভাতকুমার মুখোপাধ্যায় (Prabhatkumar Mukhopadhyay)
• Publisher: Ananda Publishers
• Language: Bengali
• Edition: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9788170665779 
• Pages: 242
• Weight: 377 gm

Book Description

রবীন্দ্র জীবন কথা (Rabindrajiban Katha) is a comprehensive biographical account of Rabindranath Tagore, penned by Prabhatkumar Mukhopadhyay, one of the most renowned Tagore biographers. This book traces the various phases of Tagore’s life, his personal experiences, literary journey, philosophical outlook, and socio-cultural impact.

Mukhopadhyay, who was closely associated with Santiniketan and Tagore, offers firsthand insights into the poet’s creative genius and personal struggles. The biography presents a deeply researched, authentic, and engaging narrative that allows readers to understand Tagore beyond his literary persona, shedding light on his family life, friendships, social contributions, and ideological evolution.

This book is an essential read for Tagore enthusiasts, scholars, and those who wish to delve into the life of the Bard of Bengal with a historically accurate and intimate perspective.

About the Author

প্রভাতকুমার মুখোপাধ্যায় (Prabhatkumar Mukhopadhyay) was born on 25th July 1892 in Ranaghat, Nadia. He spent his childhood in Giridih. His early education was disrupted due to his participation in anti-Partition movements, but he later excelled in his entrance examinations.

In 1909, he joined Santiniketan, coming under the affectionate guidance of Rabindranath Tagore. His most significant literary contribution began in 1929 with the writing of Tagore’s biography, which remains a benchmark in Rabindra studies.

Apart from literature, he played a vital role in transforming the Visva-Bharati library into a major knowledge hub and contributed to rural development projects in Santiniketan and surrounding areas during the 1930s and 40s.

His contributions earned him numerous accolades, including:

• Rabindra Puraskar (1957)
• Desikottama (1965) from Visva-Bharati
• Jagattarini Gold Medal, Ananda Puraskar, and Rabindra Bharati’s Rabindra Puraskar
• Honorary Doctorate from Jadavpur University
• Sahitya Akademi’s Rabindra Centenary Award
• D.Litt from Burdwan University & Rabindra Bharati University
• Padma Bhushan (1981)

He passed away on 8th November 1985.