Selected Stories

Name: Selected Stories
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ISBN: 9780143062202

ISBN-10: 0143062204

ISBN-13: 9780143062202

Edition: 2006

Authors: Parashuram, Parashuram, Palash Baran Pal, Parashuram

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Parashuram, or Rajshekhar Bose (1880-1960), was one of the most eminent and versatile figures of twentieth-century Bengal. Best known for his comic and satirical writing, he was the author of the popular Bengali dictionary Chalantika, played an innovative role in Bengali printing technology, and was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1956. This book is a selection of Parashuram's best comic tales: most of the classic pieces from his earlier volumes, as well as his later, more fanciful work. While some present biting social satire, others reflect a lighter view of human folly or eccentricity. There are also stories in a rare vein of philosophic critique and speculation. Collectively, they reveal…

Book details

List price: $12.00
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Publication date: 1/9/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 324
Size: 5.25" wide x 7.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 0.660
Language: English