Book Details:

• Publisher: Abhijan Publishers
• Author: Abanindranath Thakur
• Format: Hardcover
• Language: Bengali
• Category: Children’s Classic Literature

About the Book:
Nalok is one of the finest creations of Abanindranath Thakur, written for young readers with deep philosophical and spiritual undertones. The story follows the child Nalok, who lives in the hermitage of a sage, serving him and remaining absorbed in meditation.

In his meditative visions, Nalok witnesses the birth of Siddhartha in Kapilavastu. He sees the young prince encountering old age, disease, and death, and later renouncing his golden royal throne to embrace ascetic life. The narrative gradually unfolds Siddhartha’s journey toward enlightenment and his transformation into Gautama Buddha.

Through Abanindranath Thakur’s vivid and poetic descriptions, the forests, journeys, and spiritual atmosphere surrounding Buddha’s life come alive. The book beautifully blends imagination, spirituality, and storytelling, making it a timeless classic for children and young readers.