Ashapoorna Devi

Indian author and poet celebrated for novels

Ashapoorna Devi - Artists & Creatives born January 8th, 1909
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1995
31 years ago — 86 years old

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India

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Born in 1909, an influential Indian author and poet who primarily wrote in Bengali. The literary career spanned several decades, focusing on themes such as women's rights and social issues. Authored numerous works, including novels, short stories, and essays. A recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Jnanpith Award, contributions to literature significantly enriched Bengali literature. In addition to fiction, engaged in translations and also worked in the fields of children's literature.

Received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1961

Awarded the Jnanpith Award in 1976

Wrote the famous novel "Pratham Pratishruti"

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