Nimnabarga (Bengali Version)
Book Details:
- Author: Ruma Bandopadhyay
- Publisher: Bangiya Sahitya Samsad
- Language: Bengali
- ISBN: 9788189827113
About the Book:
Nimnabarga explores the intricate tapestry of medieval Bengali literature, particularly the Mangal Kavya tradition. The book examines how the political upheavals, social conditions, and daily lives of people from various strata are interwoven into the narratives of these sacred texts. Ruma Bandopadhyay sheds light on the origins of Mangal Kavya, the rise of deities, and the intertwining of the lower strata’s human and divine figures. The work highlights the elevation of marginalized communities through the grace of folk and divine deities, tracing how societal shifts, the merging of Aryan and non-Aryan groups, and the stories of occupational communities are reflected in the literary canon. This comprehensive study offers readers a unique perspective on the cultural, social, and religious dimensions of medieval Bengal.
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Book Details:
- Author: Ruma Bandopadhyay
- Publisher: Bangiya Sahitya Samsad
- Language: Bengali
- ISBN: 9788189827113
About the Book:
Nimnabarga explores the intricate tapestry of medieval Bengali literature, particularly the Mangal Kavya tradition. The book examines how the political upheavals, social conditions, and daily lives of people from various strata are interwoven into the narratives of these sacred texts. Ruma Bandopadhyay sheds light on the origins of Mangal Kavya, the rise of deities, and the intertwining of the lower strata’s human and divine figures. The work highlights the elevation of marginalized communities through the grace of folk and divine deities, tracing how societal shifts, the merging of Aryan and non-Aryan groups, and the stories of occupational communities are reflected in the literary canon. This comprehensive study offers readers a unique perspective on the cultural, social, and religious dimensions of medieval Bengal.
