Chhandaguru Rabindranath by Prabodh Chandra Sen [Hardcover]

"Chhandoguru Rabindranath" by Probodh Chandra Sen is one of his most unforgettable works. The book was first published over four decades ago. The distinguished poet-critic Mohitlal Majumdar was not only captivated by the unique combination of 'scientific intellect' and 'aesthetic sense,' but the book also spontaneously garnered respect and admiration from readers of all strata. It is not unreasonable to assume that this remarkable discussion book earned Probodh Chandra the honor of editing Rabindranath's "Chhand" book. The meticulousness with which he fulfilled this responsibility is well known.

During the celebration of Rabindranath's 125th birth anniversary, the tireless Probodh Chandra felt the need to republish the long out-of-print "Chhandoguru Rabindranath" based on his lifelong experience. This desire is reflected in this newly reformed edition of "Chhandoguru Rabindranath." In contemporary discussions about Rabindranath's prosody techniques and thoughts on meter, this new edition will undoubtedly be considered the last enduring masterpiece of the late poet.

This edition can be called a version in name only. In fact, it is not an exaggeration to say that Probodh Chandra has rewritten the book entirely. The old book has been changed in three ways. The terminology has undergone significant changes over this long period. By providing appropriate explanations of the new terminology and incorporating them, Probodh Chandra has made the book up-to-date. The analysis and explanations have also undergone numerous revisions and expansions. The third and final change has been made to the arrangement of the book. Previously, the chapters did not have titles. This omission has now been rectified. Consequently, some chapters have been newly written, and some have been expanded. Divided into six sections and forty-three chapters, this book is now a unique resource for a comprehensive understanding of Rabindranath's thoughts on prosody.