"Have you ever loved someone deeply, only to have your feelings unreturned or rejected by them❓❓❓"
Name of Book: Shesher Kobita ( The Last Poem )
Author: Rabindranath Tagore
Publisher: Vishwabharati
Publication Date: 1 Jan 1969
No. of Pages: 188
Format: Hardcover
In Sesher Kbaita, Rabindranath Tagore knocks away social and familial props just to set a young man and a woman talking to one another. Tagore maps the emotional evolution through a series of scintillating conversations between the two protagonists, Amit Rai and Labanyalata. Seshar Kabita has many layers, it is an unusual love story on the surface, but the deeper one moves into the story, one realizes that Tagore is subtly slipping in other elements as well. Is love important in marriage? Does marriage leave space, physical and mental, for both the partners? And then there is Tagore's awareness of the Bengali language itself, with which he plays elaborate language games. The startlingly contemporaneous engagement with issues of romantic love and the responsibilities and everydayness of marriage is gripping there may be nods of agreement or skeptical headshakes, but to avoid reflection on the questions Tagore raises is impossible.
My Opinion
Shesher Kobita by Rabindranath Tagore is a heart-touching romantic novel that beautifully explores the complexities of love and human emotions. Having read several works by Tagore, I can say his writing carries a unique depth that resonates across cultures and generations. This particular story revolves around Labanya and Amit—two individuals with contrasting personalities and worldviews. Despite their differences, they are drawn to each other, and what makes their relationship truly special is the way they express love—not through grand gestures, but through intellect, poetry, and subtle emotional connection. Their bond is deeply philosophical, often questioning the very essence of love and companionship. Although I am not usually drawn to romantic stories, Shesher Kobita stood out for its lyrical prose and thoughtful tone. The book does not follow the typical trajectory of a love story, which makes it all the more compelling and unforgettable. A truly enriching read. The book deserves 5 stars.
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