Thik Thikanar Saandhane | Bengali

Thik Thikanar Saandhane (Bengali) is the second instalment of Manoranjan Byapari's award-winning autobiographical trilogy. Set during the turbulent late 1960s and early 1970s, the novel follows Jibon as he navigates political unrest, social inequality and personal hardship in Calcutta. Through a deeply personal narrative, the book captures a defining period in Bengal's history while exploring the struggle for dignity, identity and survival.

Against the backdrop of the Bangladesh Liberation movement, the refugee crisis and the rise of the Naxalite movement, the story presents the experiences of a young man shaped by poverty, injustice and the search for a place in a rapidly changing society. This Bengali edition offers readers an intimate and historically grounded work of literary fiction.

About This Book

The novel chronicles Jibon's life as he comes of age in a city marked by political conflict and social upheaval. As refugees from East Pakistan arrive in West Bengal and ideological divisions deepen, he confronts the realities of hunger, inequality and the challenges of building a future in uncertain times.

Drawing from Manoranjan Byapari's autobiographical experiences, the narrative intertwines personal struggle with significant historical events. The result is a compelling portrait of youth, resilience and the human cost of political transformation, while continuing the powerful story begun in the trilogy's first volume.

What You'll Discover

• Jibon's journey through the streets of Calcutta during a turbulent era.
• The impact of the refugee crisis from East Pakistan on West Bengal.
• The political climate surrounding the Naxalite movement and ideological divisions.
• Themes of poverty, inequality, identity and resilience.
• An autobiographical perspective on social and historical change.
• The second volume of Manoranjan Byapari's acclaimed autobiographical trilogy.

Perfect For

• Readers of literary fiction.
• Those interested in autobiographical narratives.
• Readers exploring modern Indian and Bengali history.
• Fans of socially and politically engaged literature.

Why You'll Love This Book

Thik Thikanar Saandhane (Bengali) combines personal storytelling with historical insight, offering a vivid account of life during one of the most transformative periods in Bengal's history. It is a thoughtful continuation of Manoranjan Byapari's autobiographical trilogy, examining resilience, identity and the pursuit of a better future.