Deshoprem Bangla Bhag O Tarpar

• Author: Dr. Sujan Chakraborty

• Category: Essays

• Publisher: Abulbasar Book Centre

• Language: Bengali

• First Publication Year: 2021

• Publication Year: 2021

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 144

About the Book:

Deshoprem Bangla Bhag O Tarpar (translated: Patriotism, Partition of Bengal, and After) is a collection of thirteen essays by Dr. Sujan Chakraborty. Through these essays, the author reflects on his personal experiences as a Communist and his involvement in people's movements. The essays delve into India's struggle for independence, the narrative of patriotism, and the long history of deprivation that the state has faced.

The book highlights the pivotal moments surrounding the partition of Bengal, with several essays offering a thorough exploration of that tumultuous period. Dr. Chakraborty also touches upon the Communist Party’s responsibility during these times, reflecting on how they stood against the division and fought for unity.

The book becomes highly relevant in today's context, where the forces of division are gaining power in the country once again. The author calls attention to the current political atmosphere, where the forces of division are working relentlessly to separate people based on caste, religion, and ethnicity. The book serves as a cautionary tale, illustrating the devastation that such divides can bring, a lesson the people of Bengal and India must heed once again.

Additionally, the book includes parts of historical documents and a selected portion of the 1947 booklet, Bangavanga O Pakistan (Bengal Partition and Pakistan), which provide further context to the events leading to the partition of Bengal.

Significance:

This book is essential reading for understanding the political and social landscape of Bengal during the pre-independence era. It provides a nuanced perspective on the impact of the partition of Bengal, the role of Communists in resisting the division, and the contemporary relevance of these struggles. The book is a call to reflect on the past while confronting the forces that seek to divide people today, making it particularly pertinent for younger generations.