Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
Kapalkundala
Kapalkundala
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Kapalkundala is a novel by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee that was first published in 1916. It is set in Dariapur, Contai, and follows the story of Nabakumar, who is kidnapped by a Tantric sage and rescued by Kapalkundala. Despite their happiness, the past refuses to let them live in peace, and Nabakumar's first wife returns seeking forgiveness. The novel is a tragedy and a romance, and this edition of it is a classic of Bengali literature and utopian science fiction reimagined for modern readers.
Format: Hardback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press
Kapalkundala, a novel penned by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1866, takes readers to the picturesque town of Dariapur, Contai. This work marked Chatterjee's second novel and is widely celebrated as a pioneering masterpiece of Bengali literature, renowned for its universal romantic themes. The story revolves around Nabakumar, a young gentleman on his way home to Saptagram from a pilgrimage to Gangasagar. During his journey, he encounters a Tantric sage in the forest, who captures Nabakumar with the intention of offering him as a sacrifice to the goddess Shamshaan Kali. Fortunately, Nabakumar is rescued by the sage's foster daughter, Kapalkundala, a beautiful and spirited woman. Their paths cross, and they are instantly drawn to each other, leading to a marriage the following day. Despite their happiness, the past refuses to let them find peace. As the sage plots his revenge, Nabakumar's first wife, who left him after converting to Islam, returns seeking forgiveness. Doubt begins to creep into their relationship, overshadowing the love and bond they once shared. Tragically, Nabakumar and Kapalkundala lose sight of what truly matters: their love for each other. Kapalkundala is a poignant and timeless romance that resonates with readers, showcasing the brilliance of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee's writing and the enduring power of love. This edition of Kapalkundala, with its beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, presents a classic of Bengali literature to modern readers, reimagined in the context of utopian science fiction.
Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513132723
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