Jalmangal (Bengali Version)

Book Details

• Author: Jaya Mitra
• Publisher: Prachya Paschatya
• Language: Bengali
• ISBN: 9788198302328
• Pages: 192
• Cover: Hardcover

About the Book

Jalmangal (Bengali Version) by Jaya Mitra is a thought-provoking work that explores the deep and enduring relationship between water, environment, culture, and human civilization. Blending environmental awareness with storytelling, folklore, history, and social observation, the book presents a unique perspective on one of the most essential elements of life.

The author examines the consequences of modern development, including environmental degradation, water pollution, large dam projects, and the ecological challenges arising from human intervention in natural systems. At the same time, the book moves beyond scientific and political discussions to uncover the rich cultural world that has evolved around rivers, ponds, lakes, and water bodies across generations.

Through myths, folk tales, local traditions, historical anecdotes, and stories associated with the naming of rivers and water bodies, Jalmangal reveals how deeply water is woven into collective memory and cultural identity. Jaya Mitra writes with the sensitivity of both an environmental activist and a gifted storyteller, creating a narrative that is informative, reflective, and deeply engaging.

The book encourages readers to rethink humanity’s relationship with nature and to recognize the cultural and ecological significance of water in everyday life. Combining environmental concerns with literary elegance, Jalmangal is an important contribution to contemporary Bengali non-fiction and environmental literature.

Published by Prachya Paschatya, this volume is highly recommended for readers interested in ecology, environmental studies, social history, folklore, river culture, and sustainable development.