Prabandha Sangkalan 2

• Author: সুকুমার সেন (Sukumar Sen)
• Publisher: Ananda Publishers
• Language: Bengali
• Edition: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789350406625
• Pages: 696
• Weight: 1045 gm

Book Description:

প্রবন্ধ সংকলন ২ (Prabandha Sangkalan 2) is the second volume in Sukumar Sen’s notable collection of essays. This book primarily focuses on the works of Rabindranath Tagore and modern Bengali literature, offering a deep dive into various aspects of Tagore's life, works, and legacy. Sen, who regarded Rabindranath as a guiding figure, meticulously examines his poetry, songs, stories, and the cultural context in which he lived.

In addition to Tagore, the book also features insightful essays on other prominent figures of modern Bengali literature, such as Devendranath, Madhusudan, and Iswarchandra Vidyasagar. The essays highlight their contributions to Bengali culture and literature, and explore their philosophical and literary perspectives. Sen also delves into the works of other noteworthy individuals like Hemendrakumar Roy, Sukumar Ray, and the less known Shishir Kumar Ghosh.

The volume covers a wide array of subjects from Bengali language studies to the philosophical insights of Bunkim, Sri Aurobindo, and Swami Vivekananda, making it an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the development of Bengali literature and thought. The essays also include a detailed analysis of the writings of Shahidullah and Suniti Kumar Chatterjee, focusing on their contributions to linguistics.

Sen’s scholarly approach offers not only an academic perspective but also a reflective view that invites readers to engage with the intellectual currents of modern Bengal.