Jhumur Samagra (Bengali Version)

Book Details
• Publisher: Abhijan Publishers
• Editor: Kiriti Mahat
• Language: Bengali
• Cover: Hardcover

About the Book
Jhumur Samagra is a valuable Bengali collection that brings together the rich folk music tradition of the “Jhumur Desh,” spanning the western regions of Bengal along with adjoining areas of Jharkhand and Odisha. This region represents a vibrant cultural landscape where Jhumur songs have been nurtured for centuries through oral tradition.

The book highlights how countless folk artists and practitioners have preserved this musical heritage across generations without written documentation. Passed down through memory and performance, Jhumur songs embody the essence of rural life, emotions, and cultural identity.

This collection presents a small yet significant selection from that vast and living tradition, emphasizing the importance of preserving and recognizing these songs within the broader framework of Bengali and Indian cultural heritage.

Edited and compiled by Kiriti Mahat, Jhumur Samagra serves as an important resource for readers interested in folk literature, music, and cultural studies, offering insight into a timeless and evolving artistic tradition.