Ghat

• Author: সঙ্গীতা বন্দ্যোপাধ্যায় (Sangita Bandopadhyay)
• Genre: Novel (Upanyas)
• Cover: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9788177569278
• Pages: 168
• Weight: 302 grams

Book Overview:

ঘাট (Ghat) by Sangita Bandopadhyay is a thought-provoking and poignant narrative that deals with the struggles of women, societal expectations, and the shifting dynamics of life. The novel follows the life of Sita, whose dreams of a simple, peaceful life with her husband Anjan are shattered when he marries someone else. Heartbroken, Sita leaves her village, Bidhupur, and moves to Kolkata to start a new life. She struggles as a domestic helper, symbolizing the vulnerability and hardships many women face in such circumstances.

Similarly, Shubhonkori, a woman from the Sundarbans, faces her own set of tribulations. After her husband brings in a second wife, she is cast out of her home, much like Sita. This sets her on a similar journey of survival and hardship, ultimately finding herself working in the houses of the wealthy.

Through the intertwined stories of Sita, Shubhonkori, and other women facing their broken dreams, Ghat portrays the struggles of women, dreams shattered, and the unforgiving reality they must endure. The novel beautifully navigates how, in the midst of despair, new dreams are born and resilience is forged. The book delves into the transformation of women’s lives and their courage in facing adversity, while weaving a new reality for themselves.

About the Author:

Sangita Bandopadhyay was born on November 23, 1974, in Durgapur, and has been living in Kolkata since 1986. She has a deep interest in writing, with her first published poem appearing in the 'Desh' magazine in 2001. She is a journalist by profession, currently associated with a TV channel, and has an avid interest in understanding human relationships in this vast world. Ghat is one of her notable works, continuing her exploration of human emotions and experiences.