Dakticketer Arale

• Format: Hardcover
• Author: Shoven Sanyal
  
• Genre: Prabandha (Essays) - Prabandhaguchcha (Essay Collection)
• ISBN: 9789388870535
• Pages: 172
• Weight: 391 grams

About the Book:
Dakticketer Arale (Behind the Postage Stamp) is a unique and insightful collection of essays by Shoven Sanyal, focused on the world of postage stamps and stamp collection. The book explores the fascinating history of letter writing and the evolution of postage stamps, spanning from the discovery of writing in human civilization to the widespread use of stamps for communication. Sanyal delves into how postal systems across the globe facilitated the exchange of letters and news, highlighting the important role that postage stamps played in this process.

Beyond this historical overview, the book also uncovers the stories hidden behind many low-cost, easily accessible postage stamps. These stamps, which are often considered mundane, hold within them incredible tales that make them highly collectible and captivating. Sanyal presents these stamps as objects of fascination for collectors and readers alike, proving that even the most inexpensive and common stamps can carry profound stories and become treasured items.

This book is a delightful read for both stamp collectors and anyone interested in learning about the hidden history behind postage stamps and the cultural significance they hold.

About the Author:
Shoven Sanyal was born on March 27, 1940, in Natore, present-day Bangladesh. A retired chief architect from the Public Works Department, he is also a patent-holder for engineering inventions. Sanyal has written extensively on various topics, including engineering and environmental issues, and has presented papers in both Bengali and English at seminars. He has also broadcasted his essays on All India Radio.

As a stamp collector, Sanyal is a prize-winning philatelist, having started his writing career on the subject of postage stamps in 1963 with his first article published in Rabibashari Anandabazar. His passion for philately is evident in his writings, and Dakticketer Arale is his latest work on the subject, continuing his deep exploration of the world of postage stamps.

Notable Features:

• An engaging collection of essays that offers a deep dive into the world of postage stamps.
• Historical exploration of how stamps and postal systems have shaped communication.
• The stories behind low-cost and easily accessible postage stamps, making them collectible and fascinating.
• A must-read for stamp collectors and those curious about the cultural significance of stamps.

This book will appeal to readers interested in philately, history, and the often-overlooked stories behind everyday objects.