Banga Sahitya Parichay (Set)

• Author: দীনেশচন্দ্র সেন (Dineshchandra Sen)
• Language: Bengali
• ISBN: 9789354250460
• Pages: 2278
• Format: Hardcover
• Weight: 3615 grams

Summary:

• বঙ্গ সাহিত্য পরিচয় is an important literary collection, documenting the historical evolution of Bengali literature from the Buddhist era to the 19th century.
• Compiled by Dineshchandra Sen, the book features rare and almost extinct literary works from various regions of India, showcasing Bengali literature’s diverse heritage.
• The work includes Buddhist hymns, narratives from the Shakta tradition, and accounts of the Bengali translations of the Bhagavad Gita.
• The two volumes, with 2278 pages and 14 rare color illustrations, provide an extensive view of the rich literary and cultural history of Bengal.
• This collection is an essential resource for scholars and readers interested in Bengali language, literature, and culture.

Author Bio:

• Dineshchandra Sen (1866-1939) was a scholar, researcher, folklorist, and historian.
  • He played a key role in reviving and preserving the rich heritage of ancient Bengali literature during the late 19th century.
  • He authored over seventy books, including important works like বৃহৎ বঙ্গ, বঙ্গভাষা ও সাহিত্য, বাংলার লোকসাহিত্য, and মৈমনসিংহ গীতিকা.
  • His efforts significantly shaped Bengali identity and cultural history.
  • He contributed to the establishment of the Bengali language and literature department at Calcutta University and was instrumental in creating textbooks for students.