MUHURTAKATHA – MAHASHWETA DEVI

Book Details

• Title: মুহূর্তকথা (Muhurtakotha)

• Author: Mahasweta Devi (মহাশ্বেতা দেবী)

• Language: Bengali (Bangla)

• Publisher: Parul Prakashani Pvt. Ltd.

• ISBN: 9789381140826

• Cover: Paperback

About The Book

মুহূর্তকথা, the signature series from Parul Prakashani, brings to light the eternal brilliance of Bengali short fiction. In this powerful volume, we find a selection of impactful and thought-provoking short stories by none other than the legendary Mahasweta Devi, one of India’s foremost literary voices and a tireless advocate for the marginalized.

When moments turn eloquent, they transform into muhurtakotha—fleeting yet timeless stories that defy the confines of geography and chronology. Mahasweta Devi’s stories are known for their fearless socio-political engagement, deep human empathy, and the ability to stir both conscience and consciousness. They don’t just tell stories; they demand reflection and incite dialogue.

This collection, part of the second phase of মুহূর্তকথা, features alongside the timeless works of Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay, Buddhadeb Guha, and Harsha Dutta. It reaffirms Mahasweta Devi’s unwavering literary commitment to truth, justice, and the struggles of indigenous and oppressed communities.

Her narratives are sharp yet poetic, raw yet elegant—depicting the stark realities of exploitation, resistance, and survival. Each story serves as a testimony to voices that often go unheard and lives that frequently go unseen.

For lovers of powerful storytelling and serious literature, this book is an essential addition. It’s not merely a read—it’s an experience that resonates, awakens, and transforms.