Chilekothar Unmadini

• Author: Chinmoy Guha
• Language: Bengali
• ISBN: 9788177566529
• Pages: 248
• Format: Hardcover
• Weight: 362 g

Description

Chilekothar Unmadini (চিলেকোঠার উন্মাদিনী) is a fascinating exploration of Vivienne Eliot, the enigmatic wife of the famous poet T. S. Eliot, through a literary and historical lens. Known as "The River Girl" among Eliot's friends, Vivienne's life has been overshadowed by both admiration and disdain. She has been a subject of much discussion, with writers like Virginia Woolf criticizing her sharply.

• Vivienne’s Life: The book brings to light the mysterious life of Vivienne Eliot, whose existence has been overshadowed by her husband's fame and the turmoil of their marriage. Despite being largely forgotten by history, Vivienne's role and influence on Eliot's poetry are significant. The author explores this aspect through a critical and introspective lens, shedding new light on her impact on Eliot’s work and revealing the untold parts of her personal life through unpublished diary entries.

• Controversial Perspective: This book offers a fresh perspective on Eliot’s poetry and opens up new understandings of his creative process. It delves into the complexities of Vivienne's relationship with Eliot and their intellectual connection, providing readers with a more nuanced view of the poet and his works.

• Additional Essays and Contributions: Apart from Vivienne’s story, the book includes thought-provoking essays by the author and other scholars. These essays touch upon a wide range of topics including French philosophy, historical research on suicide, and explorations of other influential figures such as Rimbaud, Sartre, Beckett, and even the Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore.

• French Influence and Intellectual Dialogue: As a French scholar, the author introduces a fascinating discussion on 17th and 19th-century French intellectuals, connecting their thoughts to global literary discourse. The book also includes a translation of an explosive personal letter from Romain Rolland to Kalidas Nag, further enriching the content.

• Literary and Historical Intersection: The essays in the book provide an intellectual analysis of Western literary figures, and their thoughts are examined in relation to modern-day philosophical and literary challenges. The book ties together historical, philosophical, and literary threads in a compelling narrative.

This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in T. S. Eliot, French philosophy, or the intersections between literary history and personal lives. It invites readers to reconsider the life and legacy of Vivienne Eliot, as well as to explore the broader cultural and philosophical contexts surrounding her life and Eliot’s work.