The cultural capital of the country, Calcutta, has always had an allure of its own that captivates every eye that falls upon it. Be it the German Noble Laureate Gunter Grass or our very own Kobi Guru (Master Poet) Rabindranath Tagore, Kolkata (formerly known as Calcutta) has captured the attention and appreciation of people from every corner of the world with its vibrant people, rich heritage and exceptional culinary lineage. The proof of it lies in the literary works of some of the greatest authors. From Pulitzer Prize winner Jhumpa Lahiri to the legendary author Saradindu Bandhopadhya, Bengal has enchanted them all to depict its sweet essence in their writing. Here, we have curated a list of novels which you can read to know what all the hype is really about surrounding the city by the Ganges.
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5 Books That Perfectly Showcase The Rich Culture Of 'Calcutta'
Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, has been a muse for authors and artists for centuries. Even though the je ne sais quoi of the city is hard to describe, these 5 books were successful in perfectly portraying the Calcutta Culture.
Sampurna Roy
24 November 2024
Kolkata (formerly known as Calcutta) has captured the attention and appreciation of people from every corner of the world with its vibrant people, rich heritage and exceptional culinary lineage Photo: Shutterstock
Kolkata (formerly known as Calcutta) has captured the attention and appreciation of people from every corner of the world with its vibrant people, rich heritage and exceptional culinary lineage Photo: Shutterstock
