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Danger in Darjeeling
Mystery Unfolds Among the Himalayan Hills
by Satyajit RayDetective FictionMystery
Feludar Goendagiri (ফেলুদার গোয়েন্দাগিরি)
Originally in Bengali1965
Story #131 pages34 min read
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About This Book
A tranquil summer in Darjeeling turns unexpectedly sinister when kind-hearted Rajen Babu finds himself entangled in a web of secrets. Young Tapesh and his sharp-eyed cousin Feluda must unravel the hidden dangers lurking beneath the hill station’s peaceful surface. Who can be trusted when every friendly face might be hiding a secret?
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Satyajit Ray
1921–1992
Satyajit Ray (1921–1992) was an influential Indian filmmaker, writer, and illustrator, born in Calcutta (now Kolkata), West Bengal. He was educated at Presidency College and later at Visva-Bharati University in Santiniketan. Ray began his professional life as a commercial artist before moving into filmmaking, where he achieved international acclaim with films such as 'Pather Panchali.' Alongside his cinematic career, Ray made significant contributions to Bengali literature, particularly in the genre of detective and science fiction. His multifaceted talents extended to illustration, music composition, and magazine editing, making him a towering figure in twentieth-century Indian culture.
Places and Terms in this Book
Ananda Bazar— A well-known Bengali newspaper, referenced for its distinctive typeface.
Bankura— A town in West Bengal, India, where Rajen Babu attended missionary school.
Calcutta— A major city in eastern India, now known as Kolkata.
Cart Road— A road in Darjeeling, where a wealthy businessman lives.
Central Hotel— Another hotel in Darjeeling, mentioned as a possible place of stay.
Darjeeling— A hill station in West Bengal, India, famous for its tea and scenic views.
Vocabulary
cheroot— A type of cigar with both ends clipped during manufacture, popular in South Asia.
curio— A rare or unusual object, often collected for its artistic or historical value.
guru— A spiritual teacher or guide in Indian religions.
lozenge— A small, flavored medicinal tablet, often for soothing the throat.
mask— A face covering, often decorative or ceremonial, used here as a collectible item from the region.
muffler— A scarf worn around the neck for warmth, commonly used in India.
