Author: Samaresh Basu

Book Details:

• Genre: Novel (Upanyas)
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9788170664758

Synopsis:
Ruhiton Kurmi, a landless agricultural laborer from Rangali village near Naxalbari in North Bengal, dreamt of a new lifeone where the blind would see, the mute would speak, barren women would bear children, and the oppressed would rise. He staked everything to build a liberated region, to eliminate class enemies, and to surround cities with villages in revolutionary struggle. But fate had other plans. Where did things go wrong? Where did the storm gather, and where did the downpour drench the vibrant dreams of revolution?

Samaresh Basus Mahakaler Rather Ghora is a poignant novel set against the backdrop of the Naxalbari movement. It tells the heartbreaking story of an idealistic revolutionary whose dreams are crushed by the ruthless wheels of time. Blending reality and imagination, this novel elevates historical and political truth to the level of timeless artistry.

About the Author:

Samaresh Basu, also known by his pen name “Kalkut,” made his mark in Bengali literature with thought-provoking, socially conscious writings. His breakthrough came with Amritakumbher Sandhane, a novel that explored Indian mythology, history, and diverse cultural landscapes. With a deep understanding of people and society, Samaresh Basus works remain relevant and powerful, offering profound insights into human struggles and aspirations.