1971 : Rananganer Larai by Salek Khokon [Hardcover]

Among the few distinguished individuals in this country who, through their own initiative, have tirelessly worked to uncover the forgotten chapters of the Liberation War from a researcher’s perspective, Salek Khokon stands out as a leading figure. For over a decade, this reclusive writer has been devoted to narrating the hidden stories of our glory, grief, and courage from the war that shaped the identity of our nation. Bangladesh is a country born of the sea of blood—a land of hard-won freedom. The Liberation War is the history of our existence, the roots of our being. Behind our victory in the war for independence in 1971 were the brave and daring contributions of countless freedom fighters. Yet, questions remain: Which segments of society took part in the war? How intense was their training? What strategies did the fighters employ in various regions? How terrifying were the battles they fought? Answers to these vital questions can be found in Salek Khokon's latest research volume, “1971: The Battles of the Warfront.” Over more than five years, the author met face-to-face with nearly a hundred freedom fighters in an effort to witness the war through the eyes of those who fought it. In this powerful new book, he documents over a hundred battle stories, across 66 chapters, presented in accessible, straightforward prose—stories drawn directly from the lived experiences of the fighters themselves. The writings in “1971: The Battles of the Warfront” will pull readers like a magnet into the depths of that historic year. Within its pages, readers will encounter an entire life—the life of a warrior, of dreams, of struggle, and of belief. It is a book that will ignite in readers of all ages a renewed and passionate sense of duty toward their country and people. This work stands as a singular testimony to the Liberation War—a vital historical document for generations to come.