Rabindranather Katha

• Author: Haricharan Bandopadhyay
• Publisher: Ananda Publishers
• Language: Bengali
• Edition: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789389876871
• Pages: 176
• Weight: 430 gm

Book Description

Rabindranather Katha is a heartfelt tribute by Haricharan Bandopadhyay to his lifelong mentor, Rabindranath Tagore, capturing their personal relationship and the profound influence Tagore had on his life.

Key Highlights:

• Personal Bond with Tagore: Haricharan Bandopadhyay, a renowned lexicographer, shares his unique relationship with Rabindranath, recounting how the poet became his guardian and mentor from his school days.
• Tagore’s Support: The book sheds light on how Tagore supported Haricharan’s education, even covering his expenses and helping him secure a position at Shantiniketan as a professor.
• Creation of the Bengali Dictionary: The book also chronicles Haricharan’s monumental work, the creation of the Bengali Lexicon, a project that took him twelve years and was supported by Tagore’s encouragement and guidance.
• Reflections on Tagore's Teachings: Through personal anecdotes, Haricharan reflects on the wisdom and greatness he witnessed in Tagore’s actions, teachings, and behavior, giving readers a deeper understanding of the poet’s character and intellect.
• Insights on Tagore's Works: The book also explores Tagore’s poetry and other writings, offering a rich analysis of his literary contributions.

🔹 Main Focus:
This book serves as a personal memoir of Haricharan Bandopadhyay, chronicling his reverence for Rabindranath Tagore, his experiences with the poet, and his profound influence on Haricharan’s life and work.