Michael Madhusudan Dutt
Indian poet and playwright, authored Meghnādavadha Kavya
Born
January 25th, 1824
201 years ago
Died
June 29th, 1873
152 years ago — 49 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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A prominent figure in Bengali literature, contributed significantly to poetry and drama. Authored the epic poem 'Meghnādavadha Kavya', which is considered a landmark in Bengali literature. Embraced a range of themes, including social issues and personal emotions, while employing a mix of traditional and innovative styles. Translated works of Shakespeare and brought a unique perspective to the Bengali literary scene. Established the foundation for modern Bengali drama through his contributions.
Authored the epic poem 'Meghnādavadha Kavya'
Translated Shakespeare's works into Bengali
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