Sukumar Ray

Indian-Bangladeshi author and poet

Sukumar Ray - Indian-Bangladeshi author and poet
Born

October 30th, 1887
138 years ago

Died

September 10th, 1923
102 years ago — 35 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

India

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An influential author, poet, and playwright, created a distinctive body of work that includes children's literature and humorous poetry. Contributed to Bengali literature with notable writings, blending imagination and humor. Worked as an editor for the magazine Sandesh, which became a popular platform for his literary creations. His work often reflected a deep understanding of child psychology and an appreciation for the whimsical aspects of life.

Wrote the children's classic 'AbolTabol'

Edited the literary magazine 'Sandesh'

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