{"product_id":"kikira-samagra-2","title":"Kikira Samagra 2","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bimal Kar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre\u003c\/strong\u003e: Children's Compilation - Anthology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9788172155476\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 408\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 544 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKikira Samagra 2\u003c\/em\u003e by Bimal Kar is a collection of delightful stories that transport young readers into a world of wonder, imagination, and adventure. With engaging narratives and memorable characters, this anthology is a treasure trove of tales that captures the hearts of children and adults alike. It stands as a testament to Bimal Kar's unmatched storytelling prowess, blending humor, life lessons, and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compilation is perfect for children and those who cherish classic Bengali literature for young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBimal Kar\u003c\/strong\u003e was born on \u003cstrong\u003e3rd Ashwin 1328 (1921)\u003c\/strong\u003e. His childhood was spent across various locations such as Jabalpur, Hazaribagh, Gomoh, Dhanbad, and Asansol. A graduate of the University of Calcutta, Kar had a diverse career before dedicating himself to literature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorked with A.R.P. in 1942 and the Munition Production Depot in Asansol in 1943.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoined the railways in Kashi in 1944.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssociated with renowned publications such as \u003cem\u003eParag\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ePaschimbanga\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eSatyayug\u003c\/em\u003e from 1946 to 1952.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServed as an editor for \u003cem\u003eDesh\u003c\/em\u003e magazine (1954–1982) and \u003cem\u003eShiladitya\u003c\/em\u003e monthly (1982–1984).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKar was a pioneer of the \"New Style Short Story\" movement and received numerous accolades for his contributions to Bengali literature, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnanda Puraskar\u003c\/strong\u003e (1967 and 1992)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSahitya Akademi Award\u003c\/strong\u003e (1975)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSarat Chandra Chattopadhyay Award\u003c\/strong\u003e (1981, University of Calcutta)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNarsingh Das Award\u003c\/strong\u003e (1982, Delhi University)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBimal Kar passed away on \u003cstrong\u003e26th August 2003\u003c\/strong\u003e, leaving behind an indelible legacy in Bengali literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ananda Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49474785870128,"sku":"AnandaPublishers_9788172155476","price":585.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/ananda-publishers-book-default-title-kikira-samagra-2-40023379018032.jpg?v=1775953814","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/kikira-samagra-2","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}