Dhulibasan

• Author: সুনীল গঙ্গোপাধ্যায় (Sunil Gangopadhyay)
• Genre: উপন্যাস (Novel)
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9788170662617
• Pages: 180
• Weight: 261 grams

About the Book:

Dhulibasan is a thought-provoking novel that explores identity, self-discovery, and personal freedom through the life of Mandira Dutta. Born and raised in Kolkata, Mandira moved to London for higher studies in Political Science and, within seven months, married Thomas Brockway, the nephew of a famous India-friendly British Labour Party leader, Fenner Brockway.

Initially an ardent socialist, Tom later embraced parliamentary democracy and became a Labour Party MP. Their marriage lasted over twenty-five years, during which their son became a doctor in the United States, and their daughter chose a non-traditional relationship with a young poet-journalist.

At this crucial juncture in life, Mandira experiences an intense existential crisis. Without warning, she walks away from her long-established marriage and chooses a solitary life, splitting her time between England and India. But why? What inner turmoil compels a middle-aged woman to uproot herself from her familiar world?

In this deeply engaging and introspective novel, Sunil Gangopadhyay masterfully unfolds the layers of Mandira’s journey, making Dhulibasan a compelling read for those interested in psychological fiction and feminist narratives.

About the Author: সুনীল গঙ্গোপাধ্যায় (Sunil Gangopadhyay)

• Born on September 7, 1934, in Faridpur, Bangladesh
• Completed M.A. from the University of Calcutta
• Founder-editor of "Krittibas" magazine
• Began his literary career with poetry before transitioning to novels
• Famous pseudonyms:
  • নীললোহিত (Neel Lohit)
  • সনাতন পাঠক (Sanatan Pathak)
  • নীল উপাধ্যায় (Neel Upadhyay)
• Notable Awards:
  • Ananda Puraskar
  • Bankim Puraskar (1983)
  • Sahitya Akademi Award (1985)
• Popular Works:
  • Sei Somoy
  • Prathama Alo
  • Aranyer Din Ratri
  • Purbo-Paschim
• Passed away on October 23, 2012

Sunil Gangopadhyay’s literary contributions have left an indelible mark on Bengali literature, making him one of the most celebrated authors of his time.