“The child learns so easily because he has a natural gift, but adults, because they are tyrants, ignore natural gifts and say that children must learn through the same process that they learned by. We insist upon forced mental feeding and our lessons”
Quote by Rabindranath Tagore
Work
The Oxford India Tagore: Selected Writings on Education and Nationalism
The Oxford India Tagore: Selected Writings on Education and Nationalism is a compilation of Rabindranath Tagore's works that delve into the realms of education and nationalism. It presents a curated selection of his essays, lectures, and poems, providing a comprehensive view of his thoughts on these subjects. The book is a testament to Tagore's intellectual contributions and his vision for India's future, reflecting his deep engagement with both educational reform and the nationalistic movement. more
Author
Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore, a renowned Indian poet, writer, philosopher, and social activist, was born on May 7, 1861, in Calcutta, and passed away on August 7, 1941. Tagore's works blend the influences of traditional Indian literature and Western literature, and his poetry, novels, plays, and essays have won the hearts of readers worldwide. He was the first Asian writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, and his works have had a profound impact on world literature. more
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