Pallathu Raman

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Mahakavi Pallath Raman (1892–1950), was a poet, writer, social reformer and community leader from Kerala, India.[1][2] He was born in the city of Kochi, India. He was influenced by the teachings of Sree Narayana Guru.[3] His most famous work was Amrita Pulinam, which fetched him many awards.[citation needed] He was a professor at Palakkad Victoria college and then Maharajas college cochin.[4] His work had some influence from Western poetry and Rajput mythology.[5][6] He was known for writing love poetry.[7]

After his first wife died, he remarried. He lived with his second wife Saguna during the last days of his life.

Memorials[edit]

At least four places in Kochi are named for Raman:

  • Mahakavi Pallath Raman Cultural Centre, Kochi
  • Pallath Raman Memorial Hall at Fort Kochi
  • Kalagramam at the Pallath Raman Memorial, Kochi
  • Pallathu Raman Kala Samskarikotsavam, Kochi

References[edit]

  1. "Pallathu Raman". Department of Cultural Affairs, Government of Kerala. Retrieved 12 July 2018.
  2. Tampi, Pa Patmanāpan̲ (1996). Ramayanas of Kampan and El̲uttacchan. O. Padmakumari.
  3. Jayakumar, Vijayalayam (1999). Sree Narayana Guru, a Critical Study. D.K. Printworld. ISBN 9788124601204.
  4. ., . "Pallathu Raman". www.keralaculture.org. keralaculture.org. Retrieved 19 June 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  5. George, K. M. (1972). Western Influence on Malayalam Language and Literature. Sahitya Akademi. ISBN 9788126004133.
  6. Sen, Siba Pada (1976). The North and the South in Indian History: Contact and Adjustment. Institute of Historical Studies.
  7. Devi, R. Leela (1978). Influence of English on Malayalam Novels. College Book House.

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