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Murder in the Mountains
A Deadly Mystery Amid Darjeeling's Shadows
by Satyajit RayDetective FictionMystery
Darjeeling Jamjamat (দার্জিলিং জমজমাট)
Originally in Bengali1986
Story #2611 chapters83 pages1h 30min read
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About This Book
When a film project draws Feluda and his friends to the misty hills of Darjeeling, the line between fiction and reality blurs—with murder lurking just around the corner. Can Feluda's keen eye and razor-sharp deduction unravel the secrets hidden in the mountains before danger strikes again? Join the adventure and experience suspense, wit, and unforgettable twists in this classic detective tale.
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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
Nayanpur Villa— The bungalow in Darjeeling where Mr Majumdar lives.
Kanchenjunga— The third highest mountain in the world, visible from Darjeeling and a major attraction for visitors.
The Mall— The Mall is the main promenade or public square in Darjeeling, popular for walks and shopping. It is sometimes referred to simply as 'Mall.'
Calcutta— The former name of Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal, India.
Darjeeling— A hill station in West Bengal, India, known for its tea plantations and scenic views of the Himalayas.
Keventer’s— A well-known open-air restaurant in Darjeeling, famous for its food and beverages.
Vocabulary
babu— A term of respect or endearment in India, especially Bengal, often used to address men. 'Babu' is the capitalized form, while 'babu' is the lowercase variant.
bearer— A servant or attendant, often responsible for serving food and drinks.
Namaskar— A traditional Indian greeting, similar to 'hello' or 'greetings'.
ashtadhatu— A traditional alloy of eight metals, often used in making sacred statues in India.
mali— A gardener.
ayurveda— An ancient Indian system of medicine focused on natural and holistic healing.
