Ashrumangal

Author: Suman Mohanty
Genre: Novel
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9789354257223
Pages: 160
Weight: 177 grams

Book Description:

Ashru, a 36-year-old educated unemployed man with a master's degree in political science, is seen as a madman by society. Humiliated both at home and outside, he is tormented by the pain of joblessness. His monotonous, dull life takes a turn with the arrival of Bullet and Priyanka. He finds a job at a courier company, where he meets his colleague Laboni, also known as Labu.

• Will Ashru find direction in his life?
• Does a bright future await him?
• Where will fate lead him amidst life's struggles?

About the Author:

Suman Mohanty was born on July 23, 1970, in Medinipur. He completed his schooling at Medinipur Collegiate School and earned a master's degree in English from Kalyani University. A teacher by profession, he started writing in the mid-90s.

• His story Nagordola was published in Sananda in 2007.
• His works have appeared in Desh, Anandabazar Patrika, Sananda, Ebela, and many other notable publications.
• Published short story collections: Lakshmanrekha (2002), Aparichito O Onnano Golpo (2006), Doshti Golpo (2008), Shunyo Samudra Periye (2014).
• First novel: Prostutiporbo (published in Sharodiya Unishkuri, 1421 Bengali calendar).
• Published poetry collection: Surjasto Opera (2010).