The Crescent Moon by Rabindranath Tagore

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Translator Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941
Title The Crescent Moon
Note Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Translated from the original Bengali by the author.
Credits Produced by Eric Eldred and Chetan K Jain.
Summary "The Crescent Moon" by Rabindranath Tagore is a collection of poems and verses written in the early 20th century, specifically during the period known for its spiritual and artistic exploration in literature. This work primarily reflects on the joys and experiences of childhood, exploring themes such as innocence, wonder, and the profound connection between the child and the mother. Tagore, a revered poet and writer, captures the essence of childhood through vivid imagery and emotive language, making it a timeless piece. The collection is structured into various sections, each touching on different facets of a child's life and imagination. Through poems such as "The Home," "Baby's Way," and "Paper Boats," Tagore poetically expresses the innocence of a child's perspective, their fantasies, and the protective love a mother embodies. The verses weave together the joyous moments of play, the enchanting wonders of nature, and the bittersweet aspects of growing up, often reflecting on the simplicity and complexity of familial bonds. Overall, "The Crescent Moon" invites readers to reminisce about their own childhood experiences while appreciating the delicate nature of love and life through the eyes of a child. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
Subject Indic poetry -- Translations into English
Subject Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941 -- Translations into English
Subject Bengali poetry -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 6520
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 29, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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