Book Details

• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai
• Language: Bengali
• Pages: 252
• Cover: Paperback
• Edition: 2021
• ISBN: 9788126026586

About the Book

Chingri (Bengali Translation of Award Winning Malayalam Novel Chemmeen) is the Bengali translation of the celebrated Malayalam classic Chemmeen, written by renowned novelist Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai. The novel is a timeless tale of love, faith, tradition, and human emotions set against the backdrop of the coastal fishing communities of Kerala.

The story beautifully portrays the emotional conflict between love and social customs, while highlighting the struggles, beliefs, and cultural traditions of fisherfolk society. With powerful storytelling and memorable characters, the novel explores themes of sacrifice, destiny, and the deep connection between humans and the sea.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest works in Malayalam literature, Chemmeen received immense critical acclaim and won prestigious literary recognition. This Bengali translation allows readers to experience the richness of the original masterpiece in an engaging and accessible language.