Chitra, a Play in One Act by Rabindranath Tagore
"Chitra, a Play in One Act" by Rabindranath Tagore is a lyrical drama written in the early 20th century. This one-act play is based on a story from the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, exploring themes of love, identity, and the struggle for self-realization. Set against a backdrop of poetic dialogue, it delves into the life of Chitra, the strong-willed daughter of the King of Manipur, who yearns for love and acceptance ina patriarchal society. The narrative follows Chitra as she grapples with her identity and desires while falling in love with Arjuna, a prince from the Kuru clan. Disguised as a man to prove herself worthy of Arjuna's affection, she undergoes a transformation with the help of gods, gaining beauty for a year. However, as she navigates the complexities of love, beauty, and the burdens of her disguise, she wrestles with the fear of rejection and the desire to be embraced for who she truly is. Ultimately, Chitra reveals her true self to Arjuna, offering her heart rather than the facade of beauty, and challenges traditional gender roles, seeking to be recognized for her strength and courage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941 |
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| Title | Chitra, a Play in One Act |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | A lyrical drama based on a story from the Mahabharata |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chitra_(play) |
| Credits | Produced by Elliot S. Wheeler, and David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures |
| Subject | Indic drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2502 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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