Karuna Sagar Vidyasagar by Indramitra [Hardcover]

Once again, the remarkable biographical masterpiece returns—expanded, refined, and in a brand-new edition. This is the unparalleled biography of one of the greatest figures of the last century, written by an exceptional scholar of this one.

Celebrated literary figure Harekrishna Mukhopadhyay once remarked, "After reading this book, there remains hardly anything unknown about Vidyasagar." Even legendary writer Tarashankar Bandyopadhyay was full of praise. In a letter to the author, he wrote, "Before this, Binoy Ghosh had done extensive work on Vidyasagar, but there were still many gaps—many voids. You have filled them."

The uniqueness of Karunasagar Vidyasagar as a biography was also noted by its critic and admirer, Pramathanath Bishi. He observed that modern biographical writing often follows two trends: one that leans toward an entertaining, novel-like narrative—charming but neglectful of the biography itself—and another that overindulges in sociology and political discourse, often losing sight of the real person. "Indramitra has avoided both extremes and taken a balanced approach, following in the footsteps of great biographers like Boswell and Lockhart," Bishi commented. He further noted that Indramitra narrates Vidyasagar's life through "fact upon fact, story upon story, and event upon event, constructing a vivid portrait." Ultimately, he acknowledged that "this is the work of an artist."

Indeed, this biography exemplifies how research becomes art. It is not just a collection of facts but a meticulous analysis and interpretation, setting a new standard in the art of biographical writing. Through years of tireless effort, Indramitra strips away myths, dismantles baseless legends, and reconstructs Vidyasagar and his era with authenticity and precision. His dedication, skill, courage, and deep reverence, along with his analytical rigor, make this work an enduring landmark in biography.