Kopal-Kundala: A Tale Of Bengali Life (1885)

By Bunkim Chandra Chatterjee

Book Overview

Kopal-Kundala: A Tale Of Bengali Life is a novel written by Bunkim Chandra Chatterjee and published in 1885. The story is set in Bengal during the 18th century and revolves around the life of a young girl named Kopal-Kundala. She is born into a poor family and is considered an outcast due to her dark complexion. Despite facing discrimination and hardship, Kopal-Kundala is a strong-willed and determined character who refuses to let her circumstances define her.The novel explores various themes such as caste discrimination, social inequality, and the struggle for self-identity. It also touches upon the idea of love and the complexities that come with it. Kopal-Kundala falls in love with a Brahmin boy named Nobokumar, but their love is not accepted by society due to their different castes. The novel follows their journey as they try to overcome societal barriers and find a way to be together.Chatterjee's writing style is known for its vivid descriptions of Bengali culture and tradition. Through Kopal-Kundala, he provides a glimpse into the daily life of Bengali people during the 18th century. The novel is considered a classic in Bengali literature and has been adapted into various forms of media, including films and television shows.Overall, Kopal-Kundala: A Tale Of Bengali Life is a timeless tale of love, perseverance, and the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166174050
• ISBN13: 9781166174057
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"