Balwantray Thakore
Indian poet and writer (1869-1952) · India · On the map · Writers · Died at 82
Balwantray Kalyanray Thakore, popularly known as B. K. Thakore, was a poetry teacher and one of the great pioneers of the Pandit yug, during the turn of the twentieth century period in Gujarati literature. Known as 'Ballukaka' in his intimate circle, he played a key role in the development of modern Gujarati poetry.
Balwantray Thakore is read about 3.5 times a day, in 5 languages.
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Country
India
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1869 to 1952 · aged 82
