Nishiddha Najrul by Shishir Kar [Hardcover]

Shishir Kar spent the last ten years tirelessly and inquisitively researching rare information about banned Bengali books during the British era. His extensive efforts across various archives, from the India Office Library and the British Museum in London to the archives in Delhi and Kolkata, have culminated in the remarkable book "Nishiddho Nazrul."

Kazi Nazrul Islam, one of the foremost Bengali writers, had the highest number of books seized by authorities. What notes did the powerful police officer Tegart write in the government files back then? What did ministers like Nazimuddin and Fazlul Haq say in the legislative assembly? How did Subhas Chandra Bose and Humayun Kabir stir up the legislature over the seizure of Nazrul's books?

Shishir Kar has uncovered these intriguing pieces of information from numerous secret files and dusty documents, presenting them in this engaging and fascinating discussion. The book also includes photocopies of the covers and secret note reports of several banned books, adding extra value and interest.

"Nishiddho Nazrul" offers readers a deep dive into the historical context and censorship faced by Kazi Nazrul Islam and his works. It provides an essential glimpse into the struggles and resilience of a prominent literary figure during the British rule.