Rajdrohi (Bengali Version)

Book Details
• Publisher: Abhijan Publishers
• Author: Shuddhasattwa Ghosh
• Language: Bengali
• Cover: Hardcover

About the Book
Rajdrohi is a powerful Bengali historical thriller set in a turbulent period of Bengal’s past, between the fading echoes of the Sannyasi-Fakir rebellion and the looming uprising of 1857. The scars of the devastating famine of 1770 still haunt the people, while British East India Company rule grows increasingly oppressive and exploitative.

Amid this unrest, crime and rebellion take new forms, with legendary bandits like Raghu and others becoming symbols of resistance. Into this volatile landscape steps Chandrashekhar Bandyopadhyay, newly appointed to the Company’s anti-dacoity division. His mission becomes more complex when he receives a warning about an impending robbery planned by the mysterious Sona Dakat.

As Chandrashekhar investigates, he is drawn into a deeper exploration of the socio-political realities of the time—conflicts between colonial power and native resistance, ideological struggles beyond caste and religion, and the rise of new economic and social hierarchies under British rule. The story captures the tension between oppression and rebellion, exploitation and hope, painting a vivid picture of a society on the brink of transformation.

Shuddhasattwa Ghosh masterfully blends history with suspense, creating a gripping narrative that reflects the spirit of resistance and the early dreams of independence. Rajdrohi is an engaging read for those who enjoy historical thrillers rich in political intrigue and cultural depth.