Samagra Kishore-Sahitya Vol. II

Ø  Galpo

·        Bhajahari Film Corporation

·        Chaamchike aar Tickei Checker

·        Harpoon

·        Ghora-torar Byapar

·        Nababee Amaler Galpo

·        Brahmabikasher Dantabikash

·        Genghis aar Hamliner Ba(n)shiwala

·        Gh(n)uteparar shei Match

·        Tiktikir Lyaaj

·        Bearing Ch(n)at

·        Bhajaraamer Pratisodh

·        Dada howar Daam

·        K(n)akrabiche

·        Kaak-Kahinee

·        Tin Minuter Galpo

·        Honolulur Makuda

·        Tatwabodhan mane-Jeebe Prem

·        Dashaanancharit

·        Harishpurer Rashikata

·        Ekti Janala Khulte

·        Bird of Paradise

·        Pharsee Galper ek Tukro

·        Halkhatar Khawa-Dawa

·        Torch

·        Ostader Maar

·        Chatra-Charitamrita

·        Jhow-Rahasya

·        Panchananer Haati

·        Tenida aar Yeti

·        Camouflage

Ø  Koutuk-Natika

·        Tenida aar Sindhughotak

·        Bharate Chai

·        Baaro Bhute

·        Viswakarmar Ghuri

The second volume is another classic collection of unadulterated humour in its cleanest form. Comprising of several of Tenida and company’s hilarious exploits combined with mischief abound this volume has a surprise of three short dramas tuned to comedy and more. Repeating one short story from the earlier volume, the apologies of Asha Devi and Arijit Gangopadhyay in the introduction seemed redundant as a Narayan Gangopadhyay fan would never regret any fun revisited.

Wrijuda Samagra I

From the arid deserts of Africa in Gugunogumbarer Deshe to the enigmatic Albino or the vengeance in Ruaha during Africa revisited to the legendary Ninikumareer Bagh the adventure everywhere is tinged with thrill. Mystery and adventure combine as Wrijuda, Rudra with Titir, Bhatkai set on unfolding nature's various secrets. Whether it is the trail of man-eaters or combating syndicate of poachers, Wrijuda and his followers always stand tall. Added to the thrill of the adventures, nature has been redecorated by the picteresque narrative of Buddhadev Guha. Inspired by Jim Corbett's exploites and aided by his own experience of hunting, Guha has penned some classic narratives in the volume especially the final anecdote of a fascinating tracking of a man-eater rumoured to be blessed by the Holy Spirits that draws inspiration probably from The Temple Tiger. But whatever be its source, the appeal of the concept of a Bengali hunter-cum-adventurer has made this volume as unique as it can be. Written from the point of view of Rudra the stories are blended with a contrasting yet healthy humour that makes portions of it more realistic and enjoyable.

Mishor Rahasya

From the day I heard that Srijit is going to make a movie based on this novel, I was determined to read it before watching the movie. So as I read it the most part of my imagination was filled with Prasenjit as Kakababu but it was difficult to think Aryan as Sontu. Well that partof Aryan as Sontu can be enjoyed in the movie itself but Prosenjit as depicted in the publicity stills in various magazines seem to fit quite aptly wiht the plot. Animation of it had already been made and now it remains to be seen how the movie fares.

Kakababu, in this adventure to Egypt, sets off on a curious trail of heiroglyphics jotted down in a trance by an illiterate yet powerful revolutionery turned mystic. Kakababu seem to understand the symbols but is reluctant to divulge the secret due to his principles. Danger lurks in every corner as a race begins between mercenaries with Sontu and his uncle facing the wrath of it. In the desert of Egypt, surrounded by the legendary tombs, the climax inside the pyramid and the final twist makes this one of the most exciting stories of the Kakababu series. Other characters like Narendra Verma, Siddhartha, Rini, Bimanda had been introduced but remains quite obscured due to the prominence of the key figures.