Narasinghrao (1859-1937), poet, critic and philologist, is hailed as the ‘Bhisma Pitamaha’ of Gujarati literature.

His poetry reveals the deep sensitivity with which he responded to nature and man. He infused Gujrati poetry with vigour and refinement, variety of sentiment, and a certain philosophical content.

His literary criticism covers appreciation of poetry, metrical composition, use of language, its growth and development and other literary concepts.