Author: Sijar Bagchi
Genre: Novel (Upanyas)
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 9789350405741
Pages: 192
Weight: 321 grams
Book Description
"Agun Paharer Puthi" is a gripping thriller by Sijar Bagchi, set against the backdrop of Sikkim. The story revolves around the mysterious death of Tirthapati Mitra, a renowned Bengali language scholar. He is chased by a group of criminals and dies while trying to escape. The key question is: Did Tirthapati's death have anything to do with a particular manuscript he had been searching for?
This manuscript, the elusive Puthi, was the subject of Tirthapati's years of research. His close friend, Professor Somnath Bhattacharya, a retired Bengali professor, becomes suspicious and believes the Puthi is connected to Tirthapati's untimely demise. He asks his former student, Shubhamoy, to continue Tirthapati's unfinished work and search for the missing Puthi.
Accompanying Shubhamoy is Tirthapati's only daughter, Anshuja. Together, they embark on a journey to unravel the mystery. The story unfolds with questions surrounding the importance of the manuscript, the dangers it presents, and why a respected scholar had to die for it. Bagchi skillfully weaves suspense and intrigue in this high-stakes thriller, leading readers on a race against time to uncover the truth behind Tirthapati Mitra’s death and the secretive Puthi.
About the Author
Sijar Bagchi was born in 1977 in Kolkata and grew up in Bally, Howrah. He began writing at a young age and has been consistently contributing to newspapers and magazines since his college days. Bagchi has worked as a journalist for many years, including at Anandlok, and is currently the editor of Anandamela.
Apart from novels, he has written short stories for prominent Bengali publications like Desh, Anandabazar Patrika, Sananda, and Ebela. He has also contributed to writing essays, book reviews, film critiques, and travel writing. His works have been translated into various languages and have received significant recognition. He has been awarded the Somen Chandra Memorial Award by the West Bengal Bangla Academy and the Ila Chandra Smriti Award by the Bengali Literary Society.
In addition to his literary work, Bagchi is passionate about folk culture from Bengal and other regions of India, regularly working in this field.
Key Highlights of the Book:
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Mystery and Suspense: The novel builds tension around the mystery of a lost manuscript and a scholar’s untimely death, keeping the reader hooked till the end.
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Thriller Genre: A classic thriller filled with action, intrigue, and unexpected twists as the protagonists uncover dark secrets.
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Thematic Depth: Explores themes of obsession, legacy, and the cost of knowledge while offering a rich look into Bengali academia and culture.
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Gripping Plot: The story unfolds in Sikkim, providing a unique setting for the thriller while dealing with the larger-than-life questions surrounding the Puthi and its importance.
