Lajja Ghrina Bhoy

• Author: Shrijat
• Genre: Poetry
• Cover : Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789354256356
• Pages: 118
• Weight: 310 grams

Book Overview

Lajja Ghrina Bhoy by Shrijat is a testament to his unwavering belief in the power of art to confront societal issues. In this collection, the poet explores the deep emotions of shame, hatred, and fear that pervade the human experience. His work challenges the numbness of indifference and embraces the discomfort of engagement with contemporary issues. The collection is a powerful reflection of both personal and collective turmoil, making it a mirror of our times.

Shrijat’s poetry is marked by boldness and vulnerability, capturing the essence of human emotions with vivid imagery and impactful language. The collection touches on themes of anger, despair, resistance, and the personal struggles within society, making it not only a piece of art but a fierce commentary on the world we live in.

Author Biography

• Born: December 21, 1975, Kolkata.
• First Poetry Collection: Shesh Chithi (1999).
• Awards: Ananda Award, Kritibas Award, Bengal Academy Award, Sunil Gangopadhyay Award.
• Other Works: Novels, songs, and screenplays.
• International Recognition: Participated in the Iowa Writers' Workshop (2006), Edinburgh Book Fair (2008), and Hey Festival in Wales (2017).

Shrijat is a prominent contemporary poet whose work resonates deeply within modern Bengali literature, continuously evolving through his reflections on personal and collective identity.