DHEU GUNCHI SAGARER

Book Details

• Title: টেড শুনেছি সাগরের (Ted Shunechi Shagorer)

• Author: আশাপূর্ণা দেবী (Ashapurna Devi)

• Publisher: Parul Prakashani Pvt. Ltd.

• Language: Bengali

• ISBN: 9789382300700

• Cover Type: Paperback

About The Book

“টেড শুনেছি সাগরের” (Ted Shunechi Shagorer) by the legendary Bengali author আশাপূর্ণা দেবী is a compelling collection that breaks away from the traditional format of short stories or novels. Instead, it offers a curated set of features originally published in contemporary magazines, presenting a vivid and intimate portrayal of real life through the author's discerning lens.

This book is a mosaic of everyday experiences, woven intricately with insightful commentary, personal reflections, and poignant moments that define the human condition. Rather than constructed fiction, each piece in this collection feels like a gentle whisper from the author’s pen — capturing snapshots of the world around her in an honest and contemplative tone.

Described aptly as "a series of life’s miniature watercolour portraits," this book brings together choto chhoto jolchhobi (small watercolor-like vignettes of life) that reflect Ashapurna Devi’s mastery in observing the nuanced shades of human emotions and societal patterns.

With a foreword and careful compilation by Surotto Chowdhury, this literary gem is a must-read for lovers of Bengali literature, offering timeless insights wrapped in lyrical prose. Perfect for both casual readers and literary enthusiasts, this book stands as a testament to the brilliance of one of Bengal’s most celebrated authors.

Whether you are familiar with Ashapurna Devi’s vast body of work or discovering her for the first time, “টেড শুনেছি সাগরের” is a window into the author's soul and her exceptional ability to find depth in the ordinary.