Nazrul Jibani by Arun Kumar Basu

At the beginning of the 20th century, when Rabindranath Tagore was shining brightly in full glory in the world of Bengali literature, Nazrul's sudden emergence with unprecedented poetic uniqueness, much like the comet Dhumketu, took everyone by surprise. In Nazrul's eyes, one could see the madness of rebellion at times, and at others, the mystical, melancholic light of devotion. In his poetry, songs, and thoughts, two distinct streams - intense and soft - flowed, touched by both fire (Agni) and the lyre (Veena).

The Ananda edition of Dr. Arun Kumar Basu's Nazrul Jibani (Biography of Nazrul), a learned expert in Bengali literature and music, has now been published. Due to its accurate facts and sensitive analysis, this book has become a reliable biography of Nazrul. The work stands out as a complete and poignant presentation of the life struggles, creations, fame, and obscurity of a talented poet - along with the untold stories behind his successes and failures.