Book Details

• Author: Thakurdas Mahato
• Publisher: Prachya Paschatya
• Language: Bengali
• ISBN: 9788198302380
• Pages: 408
• Cover: Hardcover

About the Book

Chhatrak O Manbhumer Monon-Sadhana (Bengali Version) by Thakurdas Mahato is an important scholarly work that examines the intellectual, cultural, and historical contributions of Chhatrak, a renowned little magazine that played a significant role in documenting and promoting the heritage of the Manbhum region. Edited by Subodh Basuray, Chhatrak emerged as a major platform for the study and preservation of the language, literature, culture, and history of Manbhum-Purulia.

The book presents a detailed account of the magazine’s contribution to the exploration of regional identity and cultural consciousness. It highlights how Chhatrak became a vital medium for discussions on language, folklore, tribal traditions, social life, history, archaeology, proverbs, folk tales, rhymes, and literary developments associated with the Manbhum region.

Drawing upon extensive historical research, the author traces the evolution of intellectual and cultural movements in Manbhum-Purulia while demonstrating the magazine’s role in shaping regional scholarship and preserving valuable cultural resources. The work also explores the broader relationship between local culture and the larger framework of Bengali and Indian cultural traditions.

Rich in documentation and analytical insight, this volume serves as a valuable reference for researchers, historians, students, and readers interested in regional studies, cultural history, folklore, and the intellectual heritage of western Bengal. It stands as an important contribution to the study of Manbhum-Purulia and its enduring cultural legacy.