Padatik (poetry collection) explained
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| Padatik |
| Author: | Subhash Mukhopadhyay |
| Country: | India |
| Language: | Bengali |
| Genre: | Poetry |
| Pub Date: | 1940 |
Padatik (The Foot Soldier) first published in 1940[1] is a Bengali book of poems written by Subhash Mukhopadhyay. This was Mukhopadhyay's first published book.[2] This book created a storm in Bengali literature. Mukhopadhyay wrote this book as a representative of a political party.[3] Mukhopadhyay in his personal life was a consistent Marxist.[4] In this book, poet showed his zeal to redeem the poor and suffering masses from exploitation.
Legacy
- For the popularity of the book Subhash Mukhopadhyay is often called "Padatik Subhash Mukhopadhyay" or "Padatik poet Subhash Mukhopadhyay",
- In 2009 Sealdah-NJP Express was named "Padatik Express" after this book in memory of the poet.[5]
Notes and References
- Book: Sisir Kumar Das. History of Indian Literature: 1911-1956, struggle for freedom : triumph and tragedy. 24 June 2012. 1 January 1995. Sahitya Akademi. 978-81-7201-798-9. 538–.
- Book: Subhash Mukherjee. Surabhi Bandyopādhyāẏa. The Cape. 24 June 2012. 1 January 1996. Orient Blackswan. 978-81-250-0936-8. 3–.
- Web site: A Poet who celebrates life. News Today. 24 June 2012.
- Book: Dušan Zbavitel. Dušan Zbavitel. A History of Indian Literature. 24 June 2012. 1976. Otto Harrassowitz Verlag. 978-3-447-01673-5. 291–.
- News: Tracks & trains for 'backward' region. https://archive.today/20130204003014/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1091005/jsp/siliguri/story_11575208.jsp. dead. February 4, 2013. 24 June 2012. Telegraph Calcutta. 5 October 2009.
