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  • Aganaanooru 49 – Like an inseparable shadow
    In this episode, we listen to a mother's lament, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 49, penned by Vannappura Kantharanthanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse depicts an act of elopement from the mother's perspective.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 48 – Love in the mountain air
    In this episode, we listen to how an intricate message is conveyed, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 48, penned by Thankaal Mudakotranaar. The verse is situated amidst the soaring peaks of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape' and sketches the first interaction between the man and the lady.
    8 min
  • Aganaanooru 47 – Rise up and move forward
    In this episode, we listen to words of encouragement, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 47, penned by Aalamberi Saaththanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'drylands landscape', the verse presents a glimpse of the beauty of an ancient hill town.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 46 – Return of the truant buffalo
    In this episode, we listen to words of fury, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 46, penned by Alloor Nanmullaiyaar. Set amidst the lotus-blooming fields of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape', the verse echoes a refusal to the man's attempt at appeasement.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 45 – Suffering of separation
    In this episode, we perceive the angst of a lady, parted from her beloved, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 45, penned by Velliveethiyaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse presents a variety of similes from nature and history.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 44 – Hasten the chariot homeward
    In this episode, we observe the eagerness of a man to return home, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 44, penned by Kudavayil Keeraththanaar. The verse is situated amidst the speeding roads of the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and offers an account of people and places involved in an ancient battle.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 43 – Rain of togetherness
    In this episode, we perceive a clear decision in a man's mind, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 43, penned by Madurai Aasiriyaar Nallanthuvanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse portrays the intensity of the rainy season.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 42 – Relief of the rains
    In this episode, we experience a downpour of joy, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 42, penned by Kabilar. Set in the rain-soaked ranges of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape', the verse talks about the transformative effect of an event.
    5 min
  • Aganaanooru 40 – A wish for the parted heart
    In this episode, we listen to a lady's lament, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 40, penned by Kundriyanaar. Set amidst the roaring waves of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal landscape', the verse depicts the deep yearning in the lady to be with her beloved.
    6 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry