Tapaswi O Tarangini by Buddhadeb Bosu [Hardcover]

"'Tapaswi O Tarangini' is Buddhadeb Bosu's first play, which is as significant as his best works in poetry or prose literature. In this complete, performable, and artistically bright play, he has infused the mythological characters with the conflicts, pains, and romantic emotions of modern humans. The main theme of 'Tapasvi O Tarangini' revolves around how, under the influence of what people condemn as 'lust,' two individuals are led to the path of virtue. How, through various levels and numerous intricate impacts, the hero and heroine's elevation takes place is revealed through subtle psychological analysis and skillful dramatic techniques in serious, lively, and sharp poetic language. This play represents a new trend in Bengali drama literature.

The play 'Tapasvi O Tarangini' was performed by the 'Nakshatra' community at All India Radio's Kolkata center. It was first staged by Kavita Bhavan's production at Kolkata's Kalamandir on July 20, 1969."