Subramanya Bharathy

Subramanya Bharathi (December 11, 1882 - September 11, 1921) better known as Mahakavi Bharathiar (Maha Kavi meaning Great Poet) in Tamil, is deemed one of the greatest poets of twentieth-century India. A prolific writer, philosopher and a great visionary of immense genius and perspicacity, Bharathiar was also one of the most prominent leaders of the Indian independence movement in South India.

Works

• Desiya Geethangal (Songs of the Nation)
• Desiya Iyakka Paadal (Anthems for the Indian Congress)
• Kaaviyangal (Epics)
• Kuyil Paattu (Song of the Cuckoo)
• Kannan Paattu (The Song of Krishna)
• Paanjaali Sabatham (Draupadi's Vow)
• Stothirangal (Hymns)