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The Will That Vanished
A Disappearing Will and Deadly Secrets
by Sharadindu BandyopadhyayDetective FictionMystery
Khuji Khuji Nari (খুঁজি খুঁজি নারি)
Originally in Bengali1961
25 pages27 min read
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About This Book
When a wealthy, witty patriarch’s will mysteriously vanishes, Byomkesh Bakshi is drawn into a tangled web of family intrigue and hidden motives. With a cast of colorful suspects and a case that defies simple explanation, this mystery promises laughter, suspense, and the ultimate test of Byomkesh’s legendary deductive skills.
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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
Bagbazaar— A historic neighborhood in north Kolkata, referenced as the location of Rameswarbabu’s residence.
Bengali New Year— A major festival marking the start of the Bengali calendar year, celebrated with greetings and gifts.
Calcutta— Calcutta, now officially known as Kolkata, is a major city in eastern India and the primary setting for the story.
Dasaratha— The king of Ayodhya and father of Rama in the Ramayana, known for his tragic old age.
Durga Puja— The most significant festival in Bengal, celebrating the goddess Durga.
Dussehra— A Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over evil, observed across India.
Vocabulary
Baisakh— The first month of the Bengali calendar, during which the Bengali New Year is celebrated.
betel leaf— A leaf from the betel plant, commonly chewed in India with areca nut and other ingredients as a mild stimulant.
intestate— A term for dying without having made a legal will.
monogrammed— Bearing a design composed of one or more letters, typically the initials of a name, used as an identifying mark.
rupees— The official currency of India.
