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About The Book: "The Hungry Stones and Other Stories" by Rabindranath Tagore compiles his beloved short stories, including 'The Hungry Stones,' 'The Cabuliwallah,' 'Once There Was A King,' 'The Home-Coming,' and 'The Kingdom of Cards.' Through these tales, Tagore explores the lives of ordinary individuals facing extraordinary moments. The narratives reveal the Bard of Bengal's deep understanding of human emotions, relationships, and the complexities of life. With rich storytelling and imagery, Tagore transports readers to diverse settings, addressing universal themes of love, identity, and spirituality. This collection stands as a testament to Tagore's literary prowess, providing a transformative journey of self-reflection and contemplation. About The Author: Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941), born in Calcutta, India, achieved early success with stories, songs, and plays in Calcutta. His acclaimed work, Gitanjali, translated into English in 1912, garnered a Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, making him the first non-westerner honored. Knighted by King George V in 1915, Tagore later renounced the title in protest of the 1919 Amritsar massacre. A prolific writer, he produced over a thousand poems, eight volumes of short stories, nearly two dozen plays, eight novels, and numerous philosophical, religious, and social essays. Tagore also composed over two thousand songs, including national anthems for India and Bangladesh. The Title 'The Hungry Stones And Other Stories written/authored/edited by Rabindranath Tagore', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121269933 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 283 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Indian Writing, Short Stories, Classic Fiction. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-