Desh Magazine - October 02, 2020

In this issue

Desh 2 October 2020 issue attempts to rediscover, reassess and demystify the life and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi. An institution unto himself and an object of intense debate, Gandhi represents varied metaphors for people world over. He has attracted the attention of scholars irrespective of political predilections. The issue comprises essays by Dipesh Chakraborty, Sugata Bose and Jawhar Sircar. There is a travelogue by Ketaki Bagchi, recounting her visit to Israel. Serialization of ‘Prabhu Amar Priyo’, a new novel on Mahatma Gandhi's life, written by Nirmalya Mukhopadhyay begins in this issue. It carries other regular sections like the serialized nonfiction ‘Naxalbarinama’ by Ashim Chattopadhyay, the serialized novel ‘Maanchitre Taar Naam Nei’ by Maitree Roy Moulik, ‘Jiban Jerakam’ by Sumit Mitra, Mantabya, Granthalok, Shilpo Sanskriti, Galpo, Chithipatra, Seshkatha etc.

Desh Magazine Description:

Desh Magazine is a Bengali literary magazine published by the ABP Group from India on the 2nd and the 17th of every month. It is one of the oldest and most respected literary magazines in India. Desh has been a platform for some of the most renowned Bengali writers, including Rabindranath Tagore, Satyajit Ray, Mahasweta Devi, and Sunil Gangopadhyay.

The magazine covers a wide range of topics, including:

* Short stories
* Poetry
* Novels
* Essays
* Literary criticism
* Cultural commentary
* Book reviews

Desh is known for its high-quality writing and its commitment to promoting Bengali literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Bengali culture and literature.