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LoC No.: 89131911
Uniform Title: Nationalism. German
Title: Nationalismus
Note: Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Nationalismus" by Rabindranath Tagore is an insightful philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The work explores the concept of nationalism, particularly in the context of India and its historical social fabric, while critiquing the mechanistic nature of modern nation-states. Tagore delves into themes of identity, interconnectedness among races, and the moral implications of nationalistic fervor, contrasting Western ideals with Indian traditions. The opening of the text presents Tagore's philosophical reflections on the historical challenges and character of different peoples. He emphasizes India's unique struggle with racial diversity and social integration, portraying these challenges as opportunities for moral and spiritual growth rather than simply obstacles. Tagore critiques the mechanized operations of modern nationalism that prioritize power and material gain over genuine human connections. He warns that the ruthless pursuit of nationalism often leads to moral decay, urging a return to deeper human values that honor individual dignity and communal spirit rather than abstract nationalistic ideologies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941
Translator: Meyer-Franck, Helene, 1873-1946
EBook No.: 40920
Published: Oct 2, 2012
Downloads: 58
Language: German
Subject: Nationalism
Subject: Nationalism -- India
Subject: Nationalism -- Japan
LoCC: Political science: Political theory
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 89131911
Uniform Title: Nationalism. German
Title: Nationalismus
Note: Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Sandra Eder, Norbert H. Langkau, Jana Srna and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Nationalismus" by Rabindranath Tagore is an insightful philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The work explores the concept of nationalism, particularly in the context of India and its historical social fabric, while critiquing the mechanistic nature of modern nation-states. Tagore delves into themes of identity, interconnectedness among races, and the moral implications of nationalistic fervor, contrasting Western ideals with Indian traditions. The opening of the text presents Tagore's philosophical reflections on the historical challenges and character of different peoples. He emphasizes India's unique struggle with racial diversity and social integration, portraying these challenges as opportunities for moral and spiritual growth rather than simply obstacles. Tagore critiques the mechanized operations of modern nationalism that prioritize power and material gain over genuine human connections. He warns that the ruthless pursuit of nationalism often leads to moral decay, urging a return to deeper human values that honor individual dignity and communal spirit rather than abstract nationalistic ideologies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941
Translator: Meyer-Franck, Helene, 1873-1946
EBook No.: 40920
Published: Oct 2, 2012
Downloads: 58
Language: German
Subject: Nationalism
Subject: Nationalism -- India
Subject: Nationalism -- Japan
LoCC: Political science: Political theory
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.