Nil Alor Santan

• Author: Bipul Das
• Genre: Novel (Upanyas)
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9788177567779
• Pages: 152
• Weight: 267 grams
• Publisher: Ananda Publishers

Summary:
Nil Alor Santan presents an exploration of the contrasting yet complementary forces of Madhab and Shreemoyee within every individual. While some express their inner Madhab, embodying masculinity, others showcase their Shreemoyee, symbolizing femininity. The story unravels when the sixty-year-old kirtan singer, Vrindaban, an embodiment of Madhab, embraces his Shreemoyee side. With the application of a bindi and kohl, Vrindaban transforms, blending his masculine and feminine energies as he sings fervently for union and fulfillment.

Accompanying him in his quest for this harmonious balance is Bidhumaster, playing the violin. Together, they embody the essence of searching for the divine and the eternal through their music, capturing a unique and profound exploration of the intersection between gender, spirituality, and self-realization. This novel touches on themes of longing, transformation, and the search for higher meaning in life.

About the Author:

• Born: 1950, in Siliguri.
• Education: Bachelor's in Science.
• Career: Teacher (now retired).
• Origin: Hails from the present-day Faridpur district in Bangladesh, but grew up and worked in Siliguri.
• Writing: Known for novels, short stories, and children's literature. He has also published a collection of poems.
• First Published Work: His first well-known story, Antibiotic, was published in the now-defunct Pahartali magazine.
• Debut Novel: Lal Bol gained immediate attention.
• Passions: Enjoys classical instrumental music and folk music.