Pakha O Badhan

• Author: Dilipkumar Roy
• Genre: Novel (Upanyas)
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9788177565850
• Pages: 154
• Weight: 274 grams
• Publisher: Darussalam Publishers & Distributors

Summary:
Pakha O Badhan is a spiritual and philosophical novel that explores the eternal conflict between the soul’s desire for freedom and the binding forces of the material world. The story delves into the lives of Nandaraj, his wife Fullara, and their son Ekanta, portraying their struggles in the journey of life. The characters' pursuit of happiness and fulfillment is hindered by the sensual desires and memories that bind them, while their soul’s aspiration to break free from these limitations leads to a constant internal battle. The character of Gosai, a guru, lover, and spiritual singer, plays a central role in leading the way toward the triumph of the soul’s victory. The novel symbolically uses the metaphor of “Pakha” (wings) and “Badhan” (bonds) to represent the ongoing war within oneself between the soul's quest for liberation and the attractions of earthly attachments.

About the Author:

• Birthdate: January 22, 1897
• Family: Son of famous poet, playwright, composer, and lyricist Dwijnedralal Ray.
• Education: Graduated with honors in Mathematics from Presidency College, Kolkata, in 1918. Went on to study at Cambridge University and further trained in music in Germany and Italy.
• Musical Career: Received training in Hindustani classical music under eminent maestros such as Abdul Karim Khan, Faiyaz Khan, and Pandit Bhaskhande. He also pursued a career in Western classical music, becoming well-versed in French, German, and Italian.
• Spiritual Journey: Joined Sri Aurobindo’s Ashram in Pondicherry in 1928 and was deeply involved in spiritual and musical pursuits.
• Contributions: Wrote two notable books on music, Gitasagar and Sangitikee.
• Literary Works: Authored several books, including Bhramyaman, Aghatan Ajo Ghothe, Smriticharan, Bohuballav, Dicharini, Teerthankar, and more.
• Death: January 6, 1980

Dilipkumar Roy was a multi-talented personality, known for his work in literature, music, and spirituality. His work bridged the realms of music and spirituality, and he remained a significant figure in the cultural landscape of India.