Gora II :  Romaani

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Gora II : Romaani

by Rabindranath Tagore

FI·~8 hours

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Description

A tense confrontation unfolds when Sutsharita, a young woman burdened by expectations, refuses a marriage proposal. Haran, the authoritative figure, insists on explanations and accuses her of betraying an old promise, while Pareš Babu intervenes with gentle compassion, questioning whether true consent can ever be fully understood. The dialogue probes the clash between personal integrity and the weight of tradition, leaving listeners to wonder how far each character will go to protect their own sense of honor.

As the dispute deepens, Sutsharita’s inner turmoil becomes palpable; she grapples with the fear of making a wrong choice and the looming presence of the Brahma Samadž council. The scene captures a moment where words, promises, and the quest for truth collide, setting the stage for a larger struggle over autonomy, duty, and the meaning of regret. This opening invites you into a richly layered drama where every utterance carries the potential to reshape lives.

Details

Language

fi

Duration

~8 hours (473K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

Finland: Otava, 1925.

Credits

Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen

Release date

2023-03-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore

1861–1941

A Nobel Prize-winning poet, novelist, songwriter, and educator, he reshaped Bengali literature and introduced many readers around the world to modern Indian writing. His work blends music, spirituality, nature, and everyday human feeling in a way that still feels fresh.

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