Selected Bengali One Act Plays
Book Details
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: Ajit Kumar Ghosh and Amar Mudi
• Language: English
• Pages: 268
• Cover: Paperback
• Edition: 2014
• ISBN: 9788126045600
• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
• Weight: 340 gm
About the Book
This book presents a carefully curated compilation of select Bengali one-act plays, offering readers a representative overview of both popular and experimental works from eminent Bengali playwrights. The collection spans nearly seven decades of theatrical creativity, beginning with the works of Rabindranath Tagore and continuing through some of the most influential voices in modern Bengali drama.
The anthology includes notable plays such as The Chariot Rope by Rabindranath Tagore, Swans of Hanskhali by Bijon Bhattacharya, The Seeds by Badal Sircar, and The Demon by Mohit Chattopadhyay. These plays often use symbolic and sometimes absurdist dramatic styles to portray the lives, struggles, and realities of the poor and marginalized sections of society, frequently drawing upon mythological or allegorical narratives.
Another significant inclusion is Ashwathama by Manoj Mitra, inspired by a character from the Mahabharata. Through this mythological framework, the play explores themes that resonate with contemporary concerns, including violence, moral conflict, and the psychological mindset of individuals caught in cycles of destruction.
The anthology also features other plays that reflect the dilemmas, social tensions, and crises faced by people across India. Despite originating from a specific linguistic and regional tradition, the themes addressed in these works transcend boundaries of language and geography, making them relevant to a broader audience interested in modern Indian theatre.
Edited by Ajit Kumar Ghosh, a distinguished theatre scholar, stage actor, and director who served as the Dean of the Faculty of Arts at Rabindra Bharati University, the book reflects deep expertise in Bengali theatrical traditions. Co-editor Amar Mudi, a translator, poet, and theatre practitioner, contributes to making these works accessible to English readers.
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Selected Bengali One Act Plays
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Book Details
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: Ajit Kumar Ghosh and Amar Mudi
• Language: English
• Pages: 268
• Cover: Paperback
• Edition: 2014
• ISBN: 9788126045600
• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
• Weight: 340 gm
About the Book
This book presents a carefully curated compilation of select Bengali one-act plays, offering readers a representative overview of both popular and experimental works from eminent Bengali playwrights. The collection spans nearly seven decades of theatrical creativity, beginning with the works of Rabindranath Tagore and continuing through some of the most influential voices in modern Bengali drama.
The anthology includes notable plays such as The Chariot Rope by Rabindranath Tagore, Swans of Hanskhali by Bijon Bhattacharya, The Seeds by Badal Sircar, and The Demon by Mohit Chattopadhyay. These plays often use symbolic and sometimes absurdist dramatic styles to portray the lives, struggles, and realities of the poor and marginalized sections of society, frequently drawing upon mythological or allegorical narratives.
Another significant inclusion is Ashwathama by Manoj Mitra, inspired by a character from the Mahabharata. Through this mythological framework, the play explores themes that resonate with contemporary concerns, including violence, moral conflict, and the psychological mindset of individuals caught in cycles of destruction.
The anthology also features other plays that reflect the dilemmas, social tensions, and crises faced by people across India. Despite originating from a specific linguistic and regional tradition, the themes addressed in these works transcend boundaries of language and geography, making them relevant to a broader audience interested in modern Indian theatre.
Edited by Ajit Kumar Ghosh, a distinguished theatre scholar, stage actor, and director who served as the Dean of the Faculty of Arts at Rabindra Bharati University, the book reflects deep expertise in Bengali theatrical traditions. Co-editor Amar Mudi, a translator, poet, and theatre practitioner, contributes to making these works accessible to English readers.
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Book Details
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: Ajit Kumar Ghosh and Amar Mudi
• Language: English
• Pages: 268
• Cover: Paperback
• Edition: 2014
• ISBN: 9788126045600
• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
• Weight: 340 gm
About the Book
This book presents a carefully curated compilation of select Bengali one-act plays, offering readers a representative overview of both popular and experimental works from eminent Bengali playwrights. The collection spans nearly seven decades of theatrical creativity, beginning with the works of Rabindranath Tagore and continuing through some of the most influential voices in modern Bengali drama.
The anthology includes notable plays such as The Chariot Rope by Rabindranath Tagore, Swans of Hanskhali by Bijon Bhattacharya, The Seeds by Badal Sircar, and The Demon by Mohit Chattopadhyay. These plays often use symbolic and sometimes absurdist dramatic styles to portray the lives, struggles, and realities of the poor and marginalized sections of society, frequently drawing upon mythological or allegorical narratives.
Another significant inclusion is Ashwathama by Manoj Mitra, inspired by a character from the Mahabharata. Through this mythological framework, the play explores themes that resonate with contemporary concerns, including violence, moral conflict, and the psychological mindset of individuals caught in cycles of destruction.
The anthology also features other plays that reflect the dilemmas, social tensions, and crises faced by people across India. Despite originating from a specific linguistic and regional tradition, the themes addressed in these works transcend boundaries of language and geography, making them relevant to a broader audience interested in modern Indian theatre.
Edited by Ajit Kumar Ghosh, a distinguished theatre scholar, stage actor, and director who served as the Dean of the Faculty of Arts at Rabindra Bharati University, the book reflects deep expertise in Bengali theatrical traditions. Co-editor Amar Mudi, a translator, poet, and theatre practitioner, contributes to making these works accessible to English readers.
