Phire Dekha: Bamfront Sarkarer Prothom Panch Bochhor - 1977-1982

• Author: Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee

• Publisher: National Book Agency Private Limited

• Language: Bengali

• Publication Year: 2024

• Edition: 8th Edition

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 96

• ISBN: 9789392593161

About The Book:

Phire Dekha: Bamfront Sarkarer Prothom Panch Bochhor - 1977-1982 by Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee offers a retrospective view of the first five years of the Left Front government in West Bengal. This is not just a memoir but an insightful montage of a crucial period in Bengal’s political history. Through his sharp and intellectual writing, Bhattacharjee objectively presents the key events of the time that helped shape the state’s socio-political landscape.

The book covers the early challenges faced by the government, including the devastating floods and the establishment of the new Panchayat system in rural areas, which marked the beginning of the Left Front's success. Bhattacharjee also addresses the criticisms and controversies the government faced, providing a balanced view of its performance. His reflections on the relationship between the Left Front government and intellectuals, the state’s industrial policy, and the central-state relations offer readers a clearer understanding of the dynamics during that period.

Accompanied by rare photographs, this book has gained widespread popularity for its lucid narrative and historical significance. It is an essential read for those interested in understanding the early years of the Left Front government in West Bengal and the political developments that influenced the region.