Bonobase Bon Abase Vol 1 by Jagannath Ghosh [Hardcover]

Met the forest-dwelling Sujan, with safety pins attached all over his body. From the trader Dalavauri to the poachers' friend, Tiger Uncle. In the forest, he has witnessed the symbols of perpetual deprivation in the rage of the Haosis during rooster fights. Among the desolate poetry of nature, he has seen the unknown river and the blue mountains etched with longing, and the tragic story of Bhim Mahato, who drove away elephants and received the President's award.

This journey is long. The descriptions are vivid. He has returned to the same regions multiple times, discovering them anew each time. Somewhere, a unique forest bungalow has been burned by political vengeance. Some bungalows have been washed away by the river's fury. The book captures many known and unknown, now-defunct forest abodes, along with new forest bungalows opened on his recommendation. This book is organized into two volumes. 'Aranyasamhita' covers materials acquired from the forest. 'Anya Aranyadev' talks about the exceptional forest-dwellers. The mysteries of the forest are captured in 'Bijon Banglar Bon Darshan'. The array of diverse forest foods is presented in 'Jongli Padabali'. It doesn't miss the tragic story of Amlasol or the tale of 'Bhatua', who only eats at others' homes. The first volume also includes information about where and when markets are held. Detailed connectivity and maps of the forest bungalows are provided, which will not only help in reading this book but also illuminate the path in the dense forest, fostering a deep love for the forest.