Hello!
Being a bookworm how could I possibly not talk about my reading plans during Pujo?
Admittedly, reading isn't my chief focus during the days of Pujo but when I do return home or during the long drives from one pandal to another, having a book handy is a good idea.
I prefer reading Bengali Literature during Pujo for obvious reasons.
Also if you are looking for some Bengali Lit recommendations this is the post for you.
So let's dive in.
Both my picks are short stories/novellas.
Given how hectic these few days are I don't want to read a full length novel. I prefer having something I can dip in and out of.
Ashapurna Devi writes incredibly beautiful short stories set in Bengali households, chronicling daily lives and daily strives.
This writer cam highly recommended by several aunts of mine, who've read and re-read her works religiously over the decades.
I have read her before and loved her stories.
I can't wait to dive into The Wife and The Beloved.
Saratchandra is my absolutely favourite Bengali writer.
I've read several books by him and am always left amazed by how brilliant, sensitive and ahead of his time he was.
This collection has several of this best works and I will read what appeals to me at the time.
Though I must say I always partial to Parineeta and Biraj Bou.
If you haven't read Saratchandra before I highly recommend you give him a go, you can thank me later.
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What are you reading this festive season?
Oh and Happy Maha Saptami to you.
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