Kishor Upanyas Samagra 5

• Author: Shirsendu Mukhopadhyay
• Genre: Children's Compilation - Novel Collection
• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789354258060
• Pages: 656
• Weight: 1027 grams

Book Overview:

The fifth volume of Kishor Upanyas Samagra continues Shirsendu Mukhopadhyay's tradition of creating magical, mysterious, and humorous worlds for young readers. His stories are filled with fantastical characters, each with their own quirks and adventures that captivate and engage children. This collection offers another set of unforgettable narratives full of wit, charm, and lessons in humanity.

Mukhopadhyay's works are known for combining humor, mystery, and positive values. In this volume, children will meet a new set of fascinating characters—be it ghosts, quirky villagers, or eccentric adventurers. The ghosts in his stories are not frightening but friendly, offering help and care to those in need, which adds a layer of kindness to his works.

Books Included in Volume 5:

This volume includes a selection of Shirsendu Mukhopadhyay's best-loved children's novels, such as:

• The Story of Ashtapur
• Madan Tapadar's Box
• The Most Dangerous Wrong Sum
• When Bholu Became King
• Habu Bhuimali's Doll
• The Conch of Nandibari
• The Grandson of Jung Bahadur Singh
• Asmani Char
• The Royal Palace of Gadh Hekimpur
• The Affairs of Hiranagar

About the Author:

Shirsendu Mukhopadhyay (Born: November 2, 1935, Bikrampur, Dhaka District, Bangladesh) is an iconic Bengali author who has made a significant mark in the field of children's literature. His stories have resonated with young readers for their unique blend of humor, mystery, and moral values.

• Early Life:

  • Mukhopadhyay's childhood was spent in various regions due to his father's job with the railways, which meant a nomadic lifestyle. His early years were spent in cities like Kolkata, Bihar, North Bengal, East Bengal, and Assam.

• Education:

  • He attended missionary schools and later studied at Victoria College and Kolkata University.

• Career:

  • Mukhopadhyay began his career as a schoolteacher before moving into journalism. He worked with Anandabazar Patrika and made his debut with Desh magazine. His first novel was Ghupoka, and his first children's novel was Monojder Adbhut Bari.

• Awards and Recognition:

  • Mukhopadhyay has received many accolades, including the Bidyasagar Puraskar (1985), Ananda Puraskar, and the Sahitya Akademi Award (1989) for his novel Manabjomin.

Shirsendu Mukhopadhyay's Kishor Upanyas Samagra 5 continues to delight young readers with its quirky characters, thrilling adventures, and gentle humor, ensuring his place as a master storyteller in Bengali children's literature.