Coming Age, The: Collected English Writings

I am a collector of anything on National Poet Subramania Bharati, the irresistible crazy genius. Well thought of idea to publish his English essays in his original expression. This can take Bharati further into the hearts of english reading people around the world and to realize the expanse of his imagination. Kudos to Mira , the great granddaughter of the poet and Penguin for their efforts.

This is a fascinating and revealing book about a remarkable, thinker, writer and poet who expressed his views on humanity, equality, freedom, children's and women's rights during the turbulent colonial period in India. The book tells an engaging story about the poet's remarkable life, intellect and forward thinking philosophy. I loved reading his english poetry which displays the purity of his thinking and his optimistic view of mankind. I found his universal writings to be timeless and as pertinent today as when written.

This book contains a great variety of works in English written by the poet himself, including his own, incomparably beautiful translations of his Tamil poems. The extraordinary and visionary quality of Bharati’s mind shine through. Don’t settle for anything less than reading the poet’s own words! You’ll be amazed and inspired. A collection to fill Tamils and Indians everywhere with pride!