Kolkatar Jangole

• Author: Sunil Gangopadhyay
• Genre: Children's Book
• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9788170669104
• Pages: 88
• Weight: 150 grams

Book Overview:

Kolkatar Jangole is an adventurous mystery novel by Sunil Gangopadhyay that follows the story of a girl named Debolina, who mysteriously disappears after expressing her wish to join Kaka Babu, a renowned adventurer, on one of his exciting expeditions. The book revolves around the search for Debolina after she vanishes without a trace, leaving behind only a pair of shoes at the house of her friend, Santu.

• The Story:
  • Santu, who knows Debolina, helps her find Kaka Babu’s address, and she decides to join him on an adventure. However, when Kaka Babu does not give her a clear answer, Debolina storms off in anger. But she does not return home.
  • After a few days, her image appears on TV as a missing person, and her disappearance sets off a thrilling search. The adventure unfolds as Kaka Babu and Santu embark on a quest to find Debolina, uncovering a series of spine-chilling events along the way. The mystery deepens—did Debolina run away intentionally, or did something sinister happen to her?

About the Author:

Sunil Gangopadhyay (Born: September 7, 1934, Faridpur, Bangladesh - Died: October 23, 2012) was one of the most celebrated authors in Bengali literature. He is best known for his work in both poetry and prose and his writing continues to be highly influential.

• Early Life and Career:

  • Gangopadhyay's early education was in Kolkata, and he completed his MA at Calcutta University. His early career included various roles, such as a trainee in an insurance company, a UNESCO worker promoting adult education, and a government clerk.
  • He was also the founding editor of the literary magazine Krittibas.

• Literary Contributions:

  • He began his writing journey with poetry, gaining fame in literary circles. His first novel, Atmaprakash, was serialized in Sharodiya Desh magazine.
  • His first poetry collection was titled Eka O Kichu Jon.
  • He was a well-regarded figure in Bengali literature and achieved popularity among both adult and young readers. His works are known for their deep themes, vivid character sketches, and a perfect blend of adventure, mystery, and human emotions.

• Awards:

  • He received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the Ananda Puraskar (awarded by Ananda Bazaar Patrika), Bunkim Puraskar (1983), and the Sahitya Akademi Award (1985).
  • He also wrote under pseudonyms such as Nil Lohit, Sonatan Pathak, and Nil Upadhyay.

Kolkatar Jangole stands out as a gripping mystery-adventure for young readers, embodying Gangopadhyay’s signature style of engaging storytelling while exploring themes of curiosity, courage, and adventure.