Book Details

• Title: মহাকবি কালিদাসের ইতিহাস

• Author: সতীপতি ভট্টাচার্য

• Editor & Compiler: বারিদবরণ ঘোষ

• Language: Bengali

• Publisher: Parul Prakashani Pvt Ltd

• ISBN: 9789384346980

• Cover: Paperback

About the Book

মহাকবি কালিদাসের ইতিহাস is a remarkable literary exploration into the enigmatic life and monumental legacy of the legendary Sanskrit poet and dramatist, Kalidasa. As mysterious and elusive as Shakespeare, Kalidasa’s life has been cloaked in layers of myth and speculation. Was he born in the first century BCE or the sixth century CE? Scholars continue to debate, but what remains indisputable is his towering influence on Indian literature.

This book delves into how Kalidasa evolved from a classical literary icon into a folkloric legend, inspiring countless stories, myths, and interpretations over centuries. His masterpieces—Abhijnanasakuntalam, Vikramorvashiyam, and Malavikagnimitram—redefined Sanskrit drama, while his epic poems like Raghuvamsha and Kumarasambhava, and lyrical gems like Meghadutam and Ritusamhara, affirm his place next to Valmiki and Vyasa in the pantheon of great Indian poets.

Originally published in 1930, this book consolidates scattered narratives, legends, and folklore surrounding Kalidasa into a cohesive historical and cultural account. It reflects the Bengali literary tradition’s deep reverence for Kalidasa and its ongoing engagement with his mythos.