‘Indian Weavers’ explores the inevitability of death while celebrating the cycles of human existence and experience.
A simple yet evocative example of Naidu's style which captures her love of her native India.
Weavers, weaving at break of day,
Why do you weave a garment so gay? . . .
Blue as the wing of a halcyon wild,
We weave the robes of a new-born child.
‘Humayun to Zobeida’ by Sarojini Naidu depicts a man who is upset with a woman who will not allow him to further their relationship.
‘In The Bazaars of Hyderabad’ by Sarojini Naidu describes in vibrant detail the market stalls and products of the Hyderabad bazaars.
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