Rabindra Nath Tagore
Remark:
The classical novel "Gora" was written by Rabindranath Tagore. It is one of his most famous works in Bengali literature, published in 1909. The novel explores complex themes such as identity, nationalism, religion, and social reform in colonial India. Through the character of Gora, Tagore portrays the awakening of national consciousness and the quest for true identity.
Other options (for context)
- Samaresh Basu: Known for modern Bengali novels like Mahakaler Rather Ghora, not Gora.
- John Keats: An English Romantic poet, not a novelist.
- Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay: Famous for novels like Devdas and Parineeta, not Gora.