Book Details

• Author: Pirupada Malik
• Publisher: Bangiya Sahitya Samsad
• Language: Bengali
• ISBN: 9789385131684

About the Book

Sarodotsab Muktir Utsab (Bengali Version) is a thoughtful critical study of Rabindranath Tagore’s Sharodotsav (1908), the poet’s first prose play and a significant work in the evolution of modern Bengali drama. Although named after the autumn season, the play transcends its seasonal setting to explore profound philosophical and spiritual themes related to freedom, self-realization, and humanity’s quest for the infinite.

In this book, Pirupada Malik presents a fresh interpretation of Sharodotsav, examining its symbolic structure, thematic depth, and dramatic significance. The study highlights how the play portrays individuals from different walks of life—from kings to children—united in their search for a higher truth and a deeper connection with the eternal. Through the imagery of nature and the spirit of the autumn festival, Rabindranath creates a dramatic world where liberation is understood not merely as a social condition but as an inner awakening of the human soul.

The author’s analysis sheds new light on the artistic and philosophical dimensions of the play, making it accessible to both students and general readers. A special feature of the volume is the inclusion of the complete original text of Sharodotsav, allowing readers to engage directly with Rabindranath’s work alongside the critical discussion. This book is a valuable resource for scholars, theatre enthusiasts, and admirers of Rabindranath Tagore’s dramatic literature.