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Napoleon's Letter
A Feather, A Thief, and a Hidden Puzzle
by Satyajit RayDetective FictionMystery
Napoleoner Chitthi (নেপোলিয়নের চিঠি)
Originally in Bengali1981
Story #206 chapters58 pages1h 3min read
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About This Book
When a young boy’s beloved bird vanishes from its cage, the famed detective Feluda is drawn into a deceptively simple case that soon reveals deeper mysteries. With only a single feather as a clue, Feluda must untangle a web of secrets that promises to challenge even his brilliant mind. Step into a world where nothing is quite as it seems, and every detail could be the key to the truth.
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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
Napoleon— Refers to Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military leader and emperor.
Barasat— A town near Kolkata where the Haldar family resides.
Calcutta— The former name of Kolkata, a major city in India.
New Market— A historic and popular shopping area in Kolkata.
Haldar— The Haldar family, central to the story, whose house is the site of the murder and theft.
Tinkori Babu— The owner of a well-known pet shop in New Market.
Vocabulary
chandana— A type of bird, commonly kept as a pet in Bengal.
chowkidar— A watchman or security guard, especially in Indian households.
babu— A respectful term for a gentleman, commonly used in Bengal and northern India.
bearer— A household servant, often responsible for serving food and drinks.
dadu— A Bengali term meaning grandfather, used affectionately by children.
kachauris— A popular Indian snack, deep-fried and stuffed with spiced filling.
