Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay
Bengali novelist and social reformer
Born
September 15th, 1876
148 years ago
Died
January 16th, 1938
87 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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A prominent Bengali novelist, this individual wrote extensively about social issues and human emotions. Born in 1876, the writer produced a significant body of work that depicted the struggles and aspirations of common people. Some of the most notable novels include 'Devdas', which explores the themes of unrequited love and societal constraints, and 'Parineeta', which focuses on love and social norms in Indian society. The legacy includes a portrayal of the rural Bengal landscape and critical commentaries on the social practices of the time, influencing generations of readers and writers.
Wrote 'Devdas'
Wrote 'Parineeta'
Produced numerous short stories
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