New← The Complete Adventures of Byomkesh Bakshi
An Encore for Byomkesh
A Stubborn Secret and a Deadly Invention
by Sharadindu BandyopadhyayDetective FictionMystery
Uposonghaar (উপসংহার)
Originally in Bengali1935
3 chapters46 pages50 min read
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About This Book
When an enigmatic inventor refuses to reveal the formula behind his lethal creation, even as a murder conviction looms, Byomkesh Bakshi finds himself drawn into a web of secrets and high-stakes intrigue. As the winter thaws and a new mystery emerges, the famed detective must unravel the truth before more lives are lost. Dive into this gripping tale where science, justice, and stubborn pride collide.
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About the Author
Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay
1899–1970
Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay (1899–1970) was a celebrated Bengali author, best known for his enduring contribution to Indian detective fiction. Born in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, Bandyopadhyay was educated at Vidyasagar College and later at Patna University. He initially worked as a teacher and a scriptwriter for the Bombay film industry, but his literary pursuits remained central throughout his life. His prolific career spanned several genres including historical fiction, short stories, and plays, but he achieved lasting fame for his creation of the detective Byomkesh Bakshi. Bandyopadhyay’s works reflect a deep engagement with the social and cultural life of early- to mid-20th-century Bengal.
Places and Terms in this Book
Calcutta— The city (now Kolkata) where the story is set, a major cultural and historical center in India.
Commissioner— Refers to the Commissioner of Police, the highest-ranking police official in the city.
CID— Criminal Investigation Department, a specialized branch of the police handling complex investigations.
Daily Kalketu— A fictional newspaper in Calcutta that publishes the classified advertisement central to the plot.
Srirampore— A town near Calcutta, where the fake corpse incident is staged as part of Byomkesh's plan.
Alipore Jail— A famous prison in Calcutta, where the antagonist previously served time.
Vocabulary
babu— A respectful suffix or form of address for men in Bengali and Hindi, often attached to names.
mess— A boarding house or communal living arrangement, common in Indian cities for students and professionals.
Gupta— A common Indian surname, but also means 'secret' or 'covert' in Sanskrit/Hindi, often used in aliases.
kurta— A traditional Indian long shirt worn by men.
shawl— A large piece of cloth worn over the shoulders, commonly used in India for warmth.
taski— Colloquial Bengali pronunciation for 'taxi.'
