Shuksaptati

🔹 Author: Nrisingha Prasad Bhaduri

🔹 Genre: Ramayana - Mahabharata - Puranic Studies

🔹 Format: Hardcover

🔹 ISBN: 9788177561005

🔹 Pages: 254

🔹 Weight: 378 grams

📌 Book Summary:

"A timeless collection of witty and thought-provoking tales from Sanskrit literature."

Though Shuksaptati does not hold the same classical stature in Sanskrit literature as other epics, this 12th-century anthology has remained immensely popular across generations. At the heart of these seventy tales is a talking parrot—not just a passive storyteller, but an active character within the narratives.

✔ A unique blend of humor, intrigue, and moral dilemmas
✔ Themes of love, desire, and deception, told with sharp wit
✔ Satirical yet entertaining, with an engaging storytelling style

The most intriguing paradox of these tales is their bold exploration of female autonomy, in a society where women traditionally had limited independence. While the stories often revolve around extramarital escapades and forbidden desires, they are neither vulgar nor immoral. Instead, their brilliance lies in their clever execution, making the reader laugh rather than judge.

This collection stands as a testament to the enduring nature of storytelling, proving that even ancient narratives can captivate modern readers.

👤 About the Author:

Nrisingha Prasad Bhaduri
✔ Born November 23, 1950, in Pabna, Bangladesh
✔ Raised in Kolkata, excelling academically with scholarships throughout his education
✔ Holds a Master’s degree in Sanskrit Literature from Calcutta University
✔ Studied under renowned scholars Mahamahopadhyay Kalipada Tarkacharya and Bishnupada Bhattacharya
✔ Served as a professor at Gurudas College, Kolkata (1981-2010)
✔ Received a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Krishna-centric Drama (1987) under Dr. Sukumari Bhattacharya
✔ An expert in Mahabharata, Puranas, and Vaishnavism, with numerous research papers published internationally
✔ Regular contributor to Anandabazar Patrika, Desh, and Bartaman
✔ Passionate about Buddhist philosophy and literature, alongside Sanskrit studies

📖 "Shuksaptati" is a fascinating collection of ancient tales that balances humor, wisdom, and the intricacies of human nature. A must-read for lovers of mythology and timeless storytelling.