Eo Ek Byatha Upasham

• Author: Shankha Ghosh
• Genre: Poetry
• Language: Bengali
• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789350409428
• Pages: 80
• Weight: 225 grams

About the Book:

"Eo Ek Byatha Upasham" by Shankha Ghosh is a profound poetic exploration of human suffering, spiritual questioning, and existential crises. The collection reflects a world in turmoil, where darkness reigns and religion itself has turned oppressive. As the world slumbers in its crisis, the poet seeks to understand what lies ahead—whether we will merely become bearers of death or will we find a voice of truth.

In this journey of searching for truth amidst personal and universal death and despair, the poet intertwines cosmic challenges and personal reckonings, guiding the reader through a three-fold exploration of pain and transcendence. This collection invites readers to reflect deeply on the condition of the human spirit and its quest for meaning.

About the Author:

Shankha Ghosh was born on February 5, 1932, in Chandpur (now Bangladesh). Known by his pen name Kuntak, Ghosh was an eminent poet, essayist, and editor. He completed his education at Chandraprabha Vidyapith, Pakshi, Presidency College, and Calcutta University.

Ghosh was a distinguished faculty member at Jadavpur University, and his literary works earned him immense recognition. His first poetry collection, Din Guli Raat Guli (1956), marked the beginning of a distinguished career. Ghosh received several prestigious awards, including the Sahitya Akademi Award (1977), Rabindra Puraskar (1989), Kabir Samman (1998), and Saraswati Samman (1998). He passed away on April 21, 2021.