The Home and the World (novel)

"The Home and the World" is a novel by Rabindranath Tagore, set in early 20th-century India during the struggle for independence from British rule. It explores the conflict between traditional values and modernity through the lives of three central characters: Bimala, a woman torn between her husband and a charismatic revolutionary, Sandip; and her husband, Nikhil, who represents rationalism and peace. The story delves into themes of nationalism, gender roles, and personal freedom, highlighting the tensions between the private sphere (the home) and the public sphere (the world) and illustrating the complexities of love, loyalty, and social change.