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Nationalism

Book • 1917
Published in 1917, 'Nationalism' by Rabindranath Tagore is a series of essays that critique the concept of nationalism.

The book is divided into four main sections: 'Nationalism in the West', 'Nationalism in Japan', 'Nationalism in India', and concludes with a poem titled 'The Sunset of the Century'.

Tagore argues that the Western model of nationalism, based on exclusivity and the pursuit of power and profit, is detrimental to humanity.

He criticizes the nationalist movements for promoting divisiveness, hatred, and the mechanization of life, and instead advocates for a universal and moral approach that emphasizes love, compassion, and the inherent goodness of humans.

Tagore's work is notable for its early postcolonial perspectives and its call for social and cultural reform, particularly in India, where he prioritized addressing social inequalities over achieving political freedom.

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