Dashti Kishor Upanyas

• Author: Shekhar Basu
• Genre: Children's Adventure Novels (Dashti Kishor Upanyas)
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789354253362
• Pages: 464
• Weight: 583 grams

About the Book

Dashti Kishor Upanyas by Shekhar Basu is a collection of ten thrilling adventure stories for young readers. These captivating narratives take readers on a roller-coaster of excitement, mystery, and discovery. The stories are filled with imaginative scenarios, daring exploits, and unforgettable characters. Some of the gripping tales include:

• Sonar Biscuit: Three friends—Joy, Shankar, and Tablu—set out on an adventure to learn Tibetan magic in the Rutung mountains. However, after a dangerous landslide, they are caught by smuggling gangs in a deep jungle. This leads them into a series of mysterious and thrilling events.

• Yeti's Face-Off and Chironbin's Land: The three friends also encounter the legendary Yeti and a possibly extinct dinosaur in these chilling tales.

• Bandar-Manush Ajo Ase (Monkeys and Humans Still Exist): A delightful and engaging exploration of a young boy's search for a scientific discovery involving monkeys and humans.

• Kolkatay Prochondo Tusharpaat (Heavy Snowfall in Kolkata): A scientist’s unexpected discovery causes a huge shift in Earth's position, resulting in massive snowfall in Kolkata.

• Saat Biliti Here Gele (Seven Foreign Dogs Lost): An amusing adventure about a group of foreign dogs and a desi dog who get into various misadventures.

• Bager Ghore (In the Tiger’s Den) and Bipod Jokhon Gobhire (When Danger Is Deep): Two intense detective stories filled with mystery and suspense.

• Ora Jokhon Pôchhôjon (When They Were Five): A nail-biting sports mystery where the best player of a team goes missing on the day of the final match.

• Gon’s Hot Chicken: A unique and amusing story about three young friends aspiring to become entrepreneurs by experimenting with spicy fried chicken.

These ten stories offer a blend of adventure, suspense, humor, and thrill, captivating young readers and sparking their imagination. Shekhar Basu’s writing is known for its engaging style, making complex situations accessible and exciting for children.

About the Author: Shekhar Basu

• Born: 1940
• Education: MA from the University of Calcutta
• Career:
  • Shekhar Basu worked in editorial positions with major publications like Anandabazar Patrika, Hindustan Standard, Business Standard, Anandamela, and Prabasi Anandabazar.
  • He is a full-time writer now, having penned more than fifty books in various genres, including children's stories, novels, essays, translations, and travelogues.
  • Basu is also known for editing collections of stories such as Shreshtha Bideshi Golpo, Aadhunik Rabindranather Ekushti Golpo, and Shastrabirodhi Golpo.
  • His translations include works like Baroti Kishore Classic (Twelve Children’s Classics).
  • He has written widely on the life of Subhas Chandra Bose, including a book based on an interview with Emily Shenkal, Subhas Chandra Bose’s wife, which became widely recognized.
  • Basu has won eight literary awards for his contributions to literature.

Writing Style:
Shekhar Basu’s writing is celebrated for its rich narrative style and humor, which makes even the most complex ideas accessible to young minds. He combines adventure with scientific curiosity, historical intrigue, and contemporary issues, all while keeping readers entertained with a good dose of humor and wit.

Conclusion

Dashti Kishor Upanyas is a delightful and action-packed collection that will keep young readers at the edge of their seats. With thrilling adventures, unexpected twists, and vibrant characters, this book is perfect for those who love mystery, adventure, and the joy of discovery. Shekhar Basu’s mastery of storytelling shines through, making this collection a must-read for children and young adults alike.