Mahabharat

Author: বিষ্ণুপদ চক্রবর্তী (Bishnupad Chakraborty)

Genre: Ramayan - Mahabharat - Puran Charcha

Cover : Hardcover

ISBN: 9788172150976

Pages: 160

Weight: 245 gram

About the Book:
It is said that "what is not in India, is nowhere." But do we really know what is present in India's epic, the Mahabharat? While some may have an idea, not everyone is fully aware. For those who are curious but haven't read the entire Mahabharat, and for those who have read it but cannot recall all the details, this book is written with them in mind. This fascinating and labor-intensive book by Bishnupad Chakraborty is not just for those unfamiliar with the Mahabharat, but also for those who want to retain the intricate details of the epic.

What does this book offer? It includes multiple concise summaries to help readers quickly grasp key aspects of the Mahabharat. You will find a treasure trove of intriguing facts about the Mahabharat, including the current names and locations of various places, rivers, mountains, and forests mentioned in the epic. Additionally, it provides an easy-to-understand introduction to the Vedas, Puranas, and Upanishads. There are explanations for collective terms like Saptarishi, Ashtavasu, and Dwadash Aditya. Most importantly, the book includes an alphabetical listing of important characters and places from the Mahabharat, making it an essential reference tool for quick access to necessary information.

About the Author:
Bishnupad Chakraborty was born on 29th November 1947 in Comilla (now in Bangladesh). His mother was Suhasini Devi and father Ashwinikant Chakraborty. He studied Pure Physics and later worked at Barahnagar Narendra Nath Vidyamandir and United Bank of India. He is involved in radio and television programs related to religion and science. His published works include Ramayan, Mahabharat, Gablur Bigyan Diary, and Aay Buddhi Jhepe. Some of his works, including Ramayan and Mahabharat, have been translated into English. He won the National Award (NCERT) in 1996 for his work Gablur Bigyan Diary, and also received the National Award (NCERT) for his first volume of the book Mahakasher Kotha in 1996.