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The House of Death
A Sinister Fall in the Himalayan Shadows
by Satyajit RayDetective FictionMystery
Hatyapuri (হত্যাপুরী)
Originally in Bengali1979
Story #1713 chapters89 pages1h 37min read
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About This Book
When a peaceful morning in the hills is shattered by a deadly accident—or is it murder?—Feluda is called to unravel a chilling mystery. With secrets buried beneath the misty peaks and danger lurking in the shadows, every clue brings him closer to a truth more terrifying than he imagined. Enter a world where every answer only deepens the suspense.
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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
Puri— A coastal city in the Indian state of Orissa, famous for its beaches and temples.
Kathmandu— The capital city of Nepal, referenced as the location of the nearest hospital.
Sagarika— The name written on the gate of D.G. Sen's house in Puri.
Nulia— Nulia refers to a local community or group, often beach dwellers or fishermen, with 'Nulia colony' denoting their settlement and 'Nulias' as the plural form.
Calcutta— Now known as Kolkata, a major city in eastern India and the home of Feluda and his companions.
Nepal— A country in South Asia, north of India, from where the deceased's driving licence was issued.
Vocabulary
Babu— ‘Babu’ is a respectful term used in India and South Asia to address men, often appended to a surname or first name, and can indicate someone educated or from a city.
paan— A traditional Indian preparation made of betel leaf filled with various ingredients, often chewed for its flavor.
ayurveda— An ancient Indian system of medicine based on natural and holistic approaches.
keertan— A devotional singing session, often involving group chanting of religious songs.
lungi— A traditional garment worn around the waist, common in South Asia.
rupees— The official currency of India.
