The Life of Abala Bose

Author: Damayanti Dasgupta (দময়ন্তী দাশগুপ্ত)

Language: Bengali

Summary:
This book presents the life story of Lady Abala Bose, who was much more than just the wife of renowned scientist Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose. During an era when women's education was a rarity, she pursued medical studies in Madras and became the first Bengali woman to pass the L.M.S. (Licentiate of Medicine and Surgery) course. Abala Bose played a pivotal role in education, pioneering women's education in undivided Bengal through institutions like the Brahmo Balika Shikshalaya and the Narishiksha Samiti. Additionally, she worked to empower destitute and widowed women with skills through Vidyasagar Banibhavan. Her influence extended into social reform as she became the first female President of the Brahmo Samaj, making her an essential figure in the Bengal Renaissance and women’s liberation movement of the 19th century.

Abala Bose's life reflects the transformative golden era of Bengal, marked by her contributions to education and social progress.

Key Themes:

• Women’s education in 19th-century Bengal
• Social reform and women’s empowerment
• Abala Bose’s association with Brahmo Samaj
• Her influence on Bengal's cultural and educational landscape

About the Author:
Damayanti Dasgupta is a noted writer and researcher specializing in the role of women in 19th-century Bengali society. Her works include independent research and editorial contributions to multiple publications. Her other works include 'Amadiger Vromonbritanto' (A Collection of 19th Century Bengali Women’s Travel Narratives) and 'Obola Bosur Vromonkotha' (Abala Bose’s Travel Writings).

Format: Hardcover / Paperback
Genre: Biography, History, Women’s Studies

Publisher: Ananda Publishers

ISBN: 9789354258695

Pages: 812