Book Details

• Publisher: Penguin

• Author: Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay

• Language: English

• Edition: 2022

• ISBN: 9780143426011

• Pages: 350

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches

About the Book

Aranyak (Of the Forest), first published in 1939, is one of the most celebrated works of Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay, one of Bengal’s greatest novelists. This English translation by Bhaskar Chattopadhyay brings to life the author’s unforgettable experiences in the dense forests of northern Bihar, where he worked as an estate manager.

The novel tells the story of a man who gradually falls in love with the enchanting wilderness around him. In the process, he begins to question the values of urban life and finds himself caught between the contrasting worlds of modern civilization and the raw beauty of nature.

With lyrical descriptions and profound sensitivity, Bandopadhyay captures the essence of the forest—its people, its landscapes, and its mysteries—while exploring universal themes of guilt, longing, and humanity’s deep connection with nature.

Both haunting and beautiful, Aranyak remains a timeless classic that reveals the fragile balance between man and the natural world. It is not just a novel, but a heartfelt meditation on life, love, and the environment.