Upanyas Samagra 3

Author: Promothnath Bishi (প্রমথনাথ বিশী)
Genre: Rachanabali - Rachanasangraha - Rachanasamagra
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9789389876581
Pages: 676
Weight: 1002 grams

Key Points:

• Comprehensive Collection: A compilation of Promothnath Bishi's key works, including novels, short stories, and essays.
• Distinguished Academic Background: Promothnath Bishi was a prominent figure in both literature and academics, receiving top honors in his education.
• Awards and Honors: Recipient of prestigious awards such as the Padma Shri (1971), Rabindra Puraskar (1960), Sarojini Basu Gold Medal (1958), Gandhi Memorial Committee Award (1975), and Vidyasagar Smriti Award (1983).

Author Biography:

• Birth: June 11, 1901, in Joari Village, Rajshahi District (present-day Bangladesh).
• Early Education: Came to Shantiniketan Brahmacharyashram in 1910 for his studies and spent his student life under the guidance of Rabindranath Tagore.
• Academic Achievement:
  • First batch of students at Visva-Bharati University (1921).
  • Earned an M.A. in Bengali from Calcutta University, securing first position in 1932.
  • Ramathanu Lahiri Scholarship recipient for research at Calcutta University (1933-1936).
• Professional Career:
  • Joined Anandabazar Patrika editorial in 1946.
  • Joined Bengali Department at Calcutta University in 1950.
• Prolific Writer: Known for his contributions in various genres including poetry, novels, plays, short stories, and essays.
• Awards:
  • Padma Shri (1971) from the Government of India.
  • Rabindra Puraskar (1960).
  • Prasanta Kumar Saha Smriti Award from Anandabazar Patrika (1961).
  • Vidyasagar Smriti Award from the West Bengal Government (1983).
• Death: Passed away on May 10, 1985.