The Post Office

Author: Tagore, Rabindranath

Synopsis:

In "The Post Office" by Rabindranath Tagore, a young boy named Amal is confined to his home due to illness. His only connection to the outside world is through the post office, where he eagerly awaits letters from his friend. As Amal's imagination takes flight, the post office becomes a symbol of hope, freedom, and the power of human connection. Through his interactions with the postmaster and other visitors, Amal's innocent perspective challenges societal norms and offers a poignant reflection on the human condition.

Genres: Drama, Coming-of-age, Philosophical

Themes: Isolation, Imagination, Human connection, Freedom, Innocence

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