Galpasangraha 1, 2 by Ashapurna Debi [Hardcover]

Rabindranath Tagore himself blessed her, saying, "Ashapurna, you are complete." Even before receiving the prestigious Jnanpith Award, she had already gained nationwide recognition as a writer. While she won the hearts of countless readers through her prolific writing, the majority of women in India were still confined to a veiled existence. She too was bound by the many responsibilities of household life. Despite not having the opportunity for formal education in a school, Ashapurna Devi was a marvel in every sense. In a society that was generally unfavorable to the development of female talent, she quietly wrote more than 1,500 short stories and over 150 novels. Her works have been translated into nearly every Indian language, and prominent universities abroad have conducted research on her writings.

As Ashapurna Devi enters her centenary year, readers remain as interested in her today as ever. She is known for her authenticity, free of pretentiousness and heavy theories. She deeply understood life through her heart and reflected that in her simple, honest language, leaving her mark on literature. Her writing gives readers a vivid portrayal of a world filled with light and darkness, of a time, a place, and a human society that feels real and tangible. Writer Ramapada Chowdhury aptly noted, "Even from the open window of four walls, Ashapurna could effortlessly see our country."

Now, Ashapurna Devi’s Galpasamagra (Collected Stories) has been published by Ananda Publishers, a timeless literary treasure. This beautiful tribute has been released on the eve of celebrating her centenary.