Whispers From Beyond: Supernatural Tales

Monimala Dhar, Saradindu Bandopadhyay . Rupa Publications India . English

<b>When the veil between the living and the dead grows thin...</b><br><br> Step into a world where everyday logic surrenders to forces unseen. In this gripping collection of supernatural stories, Saradindu Bandopadhyay�best known as the creator of the iconic sleuth Byomkesh Bakshi�turns his gaze to the strange, the spectral, and the sublime.<br><br> Here, haunted mansions echo with invisible footsteps, ghosts fall in love, and even a humble bumblebee can carry the weight of death. A man gives up his worldly life to commune with spirits; another is pursued by guilt�or something far darker. In �Sati�, ancient beliefs shape a tale of purity and vengeance, while a spirit with a sense of humour plays matchmaker from the other side.<br><br> <b>Inside this book, you�ll find</b><br> ??<b> Haunted Lives and Hidden Truths:</b>Stories where guilt, longing, and memory blur the line between the living and the dead.<br> ?? <b>The Supernatural Meets the Psychological: </b>Tales that fuse eerie atmosphere with deep insight into the human condition.<br> ?? <b> A Literary Legacy Reimagined: </b>Discover another side of Saradindu�s storytelling genius, beyond Byomkesh Bakshi.<br> ?? <b>Ghosts with Heart and Humour:</b> Not all spirits are vengeful�some are romantic, others mischievous, all unforgettable.<br> ?? <b>A Masterful Translation: </b>Monimala Dhar captures the elegance, rhythm, and mystery of the original Bengali with remarkable grace.<br><br> <b>Why this book will give you delicious chills</b><br><br> � A rare collection of supernatural stories from one of India�s greatest literary masters.<br> � Combines suspense, philosophy, and folklore in luminous, atmospheric prose.<br> � Perfect for readers of classic ghost fiction.<br> � A haunting reminder that every story carries echoes from beyond.<br><br> <b>Those who summoned these ghosts</b><br><br> Blending the psychological with the paranormal, and horror with wit, Saradindu Bandopadhyay (1899�1970) crafts stories that unsettle, amuse and captivate in equal measure. A pioneering Bengali novelist, playwright, and screenwriter, he mastered multiple genres and also wrote acclaimed works of historical fiction and crime thrillers, including <i>Jhinder Bondi</i>, <i>Tungabhadrar Tire</i>, and <i>Chiriyakhana</i>.<br><br> An acclaimed translator and academic, Monimala Dhar has dedicated her life to bringing Bengali literary treasures to a wider audience. <i>Whispers from Beyond</i> offers not just ghost stories but glimpses into deeper, stranger truths that lurk just beyond the everyday. Her previous translations include <i>Byomkesh Bakshi Stories</i>, <i>When the Earth Was Young</i>, and <i>Rajkahini</i> by Abanindranath Tagore.<br><br> <b>Lose yourself in a world where every whisper tells a story�</b><br><br> <i>Whispers from Beyond</i> invites you to cross the threshold between the known and the unknown�where every silence hides a spirit, every glance conceals a secret, and every story lingers long after the last page is turned.

Categories: Science Fiction & Fantasy

About the Author

<b>Saradindu Bandopadhyay</b> (1899�1970), the Bengali novelist, playwright and scriptwriter, is perhaps best-known for his immortal Byomkesh Bakshi stories, written in a span of four decades between 1932 and 1970. He was a master of several prose genres and wrote the award-winning historical novel <i>Tungabhadrar Tire</i> as well as screenplays for Bengali cinema and the Bombay Talkies. His major works include <i>Jhinder Bondi</i>, <i>Chiriyakhana</i>, <i>Jatismar</i> and <i>Bahu Juger Opar Hote</i>.<br><br> <b>Monimala Dhar</b> was born in Shillong and spent much of her early life there. Encouraged by her father, A.M. Dam�an esteemed administrative officer�she developed a deep love for Bengali literature. With a long and distinguished academic career, she has served as a teacher, vice principal, principal, and later as a chief administrative officer at reputed institutions.<br><br> A passionate and self-described �compulsive� translator, Monimala Dhar is committed to making Bengali literary treasures accessible to a wider audience. Her translations include <i>Byomkesh Bakshi Stories</i>, <i>When the Earth Was Young</i> (a collection of reincarnation tales by Saradindu Bandopadhyay), and <i>Rajkahini</i> by Abanindranath Tagore.

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