Upakhyan Samagra (Bengali Version)

Book Details

• Author: Rajshekhar Basu

• Editor: Sounak Devkalpa

• Illustrator: Sontu Karmakar

• Publisher: Shabdo Prokashon

• Binding: Hard Cover

• No of Pages: 288

• Year of Publication: 2023

About the Book

Upakhyan Samagra is a collection that dives into the lesser-known stories within the epic texts of Ramayana and Mahabharata. While these stories are not part of the main narratives, they play an important role in providing a deeper understanding of the events and characters within the grand scope of these epics.

Many of these tales appear in both epics with slight variations, and some have even found their place in other important scriptures such as the Harivamsa and various Puranas. This book gathers all the relevant sub-stories from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, shedding light on their significance in the context of ancient Indian culture and philosophy.

The tales presented in this volume are not merely stories; they are key to understanding the broader tapestry of events, moral lessons, and historical context that shaped ancient India. This compilation will prove invaluable to those seeking to explore the intricate layers of the epics and gain a better grasp of the era that produced them.