Author: Ramapada Chowdhury
Genre: Rachanabali - Rachanasangraha - Rachanasamagra (Collected Works)
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 9789354251306
Pages: 2934
Weight: 3633 grams
Book Description
The Upanyas Samagra Set by the renowned author Ramapada Chowdhury offers a comprehensive collection of his extraordinary novels, reflecting his deep insight into the human psyche and societal nuances. Over the course of this set, readers will experience the intricate layers of his psychological explorations, personal journeys, and reflections on the human condition. Known for his vivid storytelling, Ramapada’s works often delve into the complex relationships between characters, portraying moments of introspection and emotional depth.
This set brings together a lifetime of literary contributions, featuring novels, short stories, and essays, showcasing his profound understanding of life’s struggles, joys, and the unexpected twists of fate. The range and depth of the content in this set make it an invaluable collection for lovers of Bengali literature.
About the Author
Ramapada Chowdhury was born on December 28, 1922, in Khargapur, a railway town in India. He spent his formative years in this industrial town, which influenced his perspective on the world. He pursued his higher education at Presidency College, Kolkata, where he completed his M.A. in English Literature. Known for his sharp intellectuality, Ramapada made significant contributions not only through his novels and short stories but also through essays and memoirs. His literary career is marked by a diverse range of writing, from fiction to critical essays, reflecting the nuances of contemporary society.
Throughout his career, Ramapada has been awarded several prestigious honors, including the Sahitya Akademi Award (1988), the Jagattarini Gold Medal from Calcutta University (1987), and the Rabindra Award (1971). His works have been translated into multiple languages, including Hindi, Malayalam, Gujarati, Tamil, English, Czech, and German. His novel Khārij has been published in English, and his stories have been compiled in the Literary Olympians anthology published in the U.S. He remains the only Indian writer to have this distinction.
A true literary pioneer, Ramapada’s stories are characterized by their complexity, humanity, and elegance, exploring themes of identity, alienation, and existential struggles. His remarkable achievements have left an indelible mark on Bengali literature, making him one of its finest contemporary authors.
