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The Arrow of Fire

A Fiery Mystery Ignites Byomkesh’s Curiosity

by Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay
Detective FictionMystery

Rokter Daag (রক্তের দাগ)

Originally in Bengali1956
7 chapters56 pages1h 1min read
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When Byomkesh is drawn into a puzzling request involving a costly trip to Kashmir, tempers flare and intrigue mounts. But what secret lies behind this seemingly ordinary conversation? Get ready to follow India's legendary sleuth as he unravels a new enigma, where every answer sparks more questions.

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Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay
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.

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