Some innocent mischiefs, a little bit of good fortune and a huge lot of imagination - this seems to be the apt description of 
the adventures of Sadhu Kalach(n)ad. With a slightly long prelude Sadhu Kalach(n)ad Katha by Kinnar Ray, the volume contains pages of fun, entertainment and humour without a trace of malice. With his acute common sense, an honest heart and an eye for opportunity, this precursor of Tenida and with slightly behavioural resemblance to Pagla Dashu, Kalach(n)ad is yet another classic addition to the hall of fame of Bengali literature. I distinctly remember reading one of his exploits at a very young age, that was contained in a collection of several short stories including Satyajit Ray's Khagam but after that this character had disappeared into the oblivion. infact i did not remember the story also very well but when I chanced across the title in the booklist at the Book Fair, I did not loose an instant but to get hold of it after a bit of searching among the stock. This wonderful collection contains- Sadhu Kalach(n)ad
- Sadhu Kalach(n)ader Palakeertan
- Sadhu Kalach(n)ader Natun Kaaj
- Sadhu Kalach(n)ader Future
- Sadhu Kalach(n)ader Falao Karbar
- Sadhu Kalach(n)ader Medineepuran
- Jungle Liner Nanasahe
- Cashier Kalach(n)ad
- Tutor Kalach(n)ad
- Spy Guy
- Babar Badshar Ghash
- Mahakasher Dhulo
The uniqueness of Kalach(n)ad is that he mixes himself in not only his village episodes that contains his encouter with the supernaturals, but his exploits also spans over the country and serves in the wars. Though the stories are chronologically arranged, but each story contains a summary of the previous episodes which though seems a bit monotonous as each chapter proceeds but is apt if the reader tries to enjoy the stories at random without feeling out of context. This charming compilation is sure to etch pleasant memories in the minds of its readers.
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