Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay
Indian author of notable Bengali literature
Born
November 2nd, 1935
89 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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An author primarily associated with Bengali literature, this individual wrote novels, short stories, and children's literature. Debut occurred with the novel 'Shabdo Jorkari' in 1959. Numerous works emerged over the decades, contributing significantly to contemporary Bengali fiction. Themes often explored include childhood, family, and rural life in West Bengal. Received multiple awards, including the Sahitya Akademi Award, for literary contributions.
Authored 'Shabdo Jorkari'
Received the Sahitya Akademi Award
Wrote extensively on childhood and rural themes
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