Sohaginir Sange Ekbachar

• Author: Binayak Bandyopadhyay
• Genre: Novel
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9788177566826
• Pages: 168
• Weight: 400 grams
• Publisher: Ananda Publishers

Synopsis:
The death of his father—consumed by flames—shatters Biswarup’s illusions and romantic notions about life. But then, a woman named Sohagini, affectionately called Gini, enters his life and brings back color and passion.

Biswarup, struggling in the whirlwind of Bengali poetry’s politics and personal crises, finds in Gini a radiant torch, illuminating even the darkest nights. He clings to her desperately. Yet, as every living body carries the seed of death, do all relationships carry the inevitability of separation?

Why does Gini’s behavior suddenly change? Why does she withdraw from the very relationship she initiated? As Biswarup oscillates between the will to live and the temptation of death, a poem by Rabindranath Tagore, once recited by Gini, resurfaces in his mind. Will that poem redefine their journey, leading to an end or a new beginning?

A novel that delves deep into the complexities of love, loss, and self-discovery, Sohaginir Sange Ekbachar is an evocative and intense read.

About the Author:
Binayak Bandyopadhyay was born in Kolkata to a renowned Sanskrit scholar, Parameshwaranath Bandyopadhyay, and Gauri Bandyopadhyay. His paternal lineage traces back to landless refugees, while his maternal side belongs to the royal family of Maluti.

His first poem appeared in South Point School Magazine, followed by his first short story in Unish-Kuri Magazine. His debut novel was published in the Sharadiya Desh Patrika (2007).

Binayak Bandyopadhyay writes poetry, short stories, novels, and essays. He has received several prestigious awards:

• Krittibas Puraskar (for poetry)
• Bangla Academy Shakti Chattopadhyay Puraskar
• Bhashanagar Puraskar
• Sharmila Ghosh Smriti Puraskar (for prose)

His literary style often challenges readers to confront truths they may hesitate to articulate. In 2014, he represented India at the Iowa International Writing Program.

He is a devoted disciple of Thakur Sree Sree Durgaprasanna Paramhansadev. His hobbies include reading new books and listening to old songs.