Aligalir Kathamala

• Author: Rupak Ghatak (রূপক ঘটক)
• Genre: Novella
• ISBN: 9789354259906
• Pages: 144
• Weight: 200 grams

Book Description

The novella Aligalir Kathamala spins a tale filled with quirky twists and layered emotions. The story begins with the metaphorical marriage between a country (Desh) and a river (Nodi), which soon spirals into chaos as the river relentlessly seeks a divorce. Meanwhile, the country's friend, Dwiju, unexpectedly quits his job and retreats into isolation. Adding to the intriguing tapestry is Thakur Mohorda, the cook at the boys' hostel, who spends his life waiting for someone unknown.

Rupak Ghatak's narrative is rich in allegory, humor, and poignant reflections on relationships, longing, and life's unpredictability.

Themes

• Allegory and Humor: The marriage of Desh and Nodi serves as a creative metaphor, filled with satirical undertones.
• Human Relationships: The novella explores themes of loneliness, waiting, and human connection.
• Societal Reflection: A witty and insightful look at everyday lives and struggles.

Author's Bio

Rupak Ghatak (রূপক ঘটক) was born in 1975. His academic journey took him through Presidency College and later Calcutta University.

Achievements and Career:

• Discovered his creative flair early, winning first place in a cartoon competition during his college days.
• Professionally, Rupak is a teacher.
• Over the years, his writings have appeared in renowned publications like Desh, Sananda, Anandamela, Anandalok, and Anandabazar Patrika.

Rupak Ghatak's literary work is marked by his ability to blend humor with deep emotional insights, making him a beloved name in Bengali literature.