{"product_id":"durbin-bengali-edition","title":"Durbin (Bengali Edition)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor : Sieshendu Mukhopadhyay\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher : Ananda Publishers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date ‏ : ‎ 1 January 2015\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage ‏ : ‎ Bengali\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardcover ‏ : ‎ 615 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8170664365\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8170664369\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem Weight ‏ : ‎ 650 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE BOOK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDurbin\u003c\/b\u003e (The Telescope) is widely considered the magnum opus of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003eSirshendu Mukhopadhyay\u003c\/b\u003e and a landmark in modern Bengali literature. This sprawling, multi-generational epic explores the complexities of human nature, the decline of the feudal landed aristocracy (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"260\"\u003eZamindari\u003c\/i\u003e system), and the philosophical search for the \"self\" across different eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe novel weaves together two parallel narratives:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Past:\u003c\/b\u003e The story of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003eShomnath\u003c\/b\u003e, a powerful and headstrong landlord. This thread captures the opulence, arrogance, and eventual decay of the traditional Bengali social hierarchy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Present:\u003c\/b\u003e The story of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"26\"\u003eDhruva\u003c\/b\u003e, Shomnath’s descendant, who is a stark contrast to his ancestor. Dhruva is a restless, modern soul—drifting through life, grappling with existential questions, and seeking a sense of purpose that eludes the material world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e The title \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eDurbin\u003c\/i\u003e symbolizes the \"telescope\" through which characters view their lives, distant memories, and the future. It delves into the hereditary nature of traits, the burden of lineage, and the inevitable clash between tradition and modernity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE AUTHOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSirshendu Mukhopadhyay\u003c\/b\u003e (born 1935) is a titan of contemporary Bengali literature. Known for his versatility, he has authored over a hundred books, ranging from intense adult fiction and spiritual novels to some of the most beloved children's literature in the Bengali language (such as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"286\"\u003eGoynar Baksho\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"304\"\u003ePatalghar\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHis writing is characterized by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpiritual Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e A follower of the spiritual tradition of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, his works often subtly explore the intersection of the mundane and the divine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMastery of Character:\u003c\/b\u003e He has a unique ability to create flawed, relatable characters who struggle with their \"shadow\" selves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLiterary Accolades:\u003c\/b\u003e He is a recipient of the prestigious \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eSahitya Akademi Award\u003c\/b\u003e (1989) and the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003eBangabhibhushan\u003c\/b\u003e, West Bengal's highest civilian honor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ananda Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51452555428138,"sku":"VASY-8170664365","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/1218\/4618\/files\/A1gDPnjjH3L._SL1500.jpg?v=1776840417","url":"https:\/\/crazyshelf.com\/products\/durbin-bengali-edition","provider":"Crazyshelf.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}