About the Book: Six Stories, translated from Bengali by Madhura Bhattacharya, Rituparna Majumder, and Sarban Bandyopadhyay, is a beautifully rendered collection by Abhijit Sen that delves into partition, loss, identity, and the fragility of human relationships. Drawing from his deep connection to Bengal—its soil, history, and the stories of towns and villages—Sen creates narratives that pulse with authenticity and vivid humanity. His characters emerge from lived experiences, embodying the emotional aftermath of the region’s partition, and the universal quest for belonging and meaning. Through these translations, Sen’s richly grounded voice finds new life, offering readers around the world an immersive glimpse into Bengal’s cultural and emotional terrain.
