Chokher Bali

Name : Chokher Bali

Author : Rabindranath Tagore

Book Format : Paperback

Edition : 1st Edition

Genre : Literature & Fiction

ISBN : 9788122317725

Language : English

Pages : 301-400 Pages

Publish Year : 2024

Publisher : Pustak Mahal

Sub Genre : Contemporary Fiction Novels Books

Chokher Bali is one of Tagore’s most famous novels, first published in 1903. The title translates to "A Grain of Sand," but it carries a deeper symbolic meaning about human desires, emotional entanglements, and the complexities of relationships. The novel is set in 19th-century Bengal and tells the story of the complex relationships between the characters, primarily focusing on the protagonist, Binodini. Binodini, a widow, enters the household of a man named Mahendra, leading to an intense love triangle involving Mahendra, his wife Ashalata, and Binodini. The novel explores themes of unrequited love, betrayal, and the oppressive social norms of the time, particularly concerning the treatment of women. Tagore’s Chokher Bali is known for its psychological depth and the portrayal of strong, complex female characters. It examines human emotions, especially the conflicts between societal expectations and personal desires, making it one of Tagore's most beloved and widely-read works.

Country of Origin : India