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The Mystery of the Pink Pearl
A Priceless Gem and a Village of Secrets
by Satyajit RayDetective FictionMystery
Golapi Mukta Rahasya (গোলাপী মুক্তা রহস্য)
Originally in Bengali1989
Story #329 chapters43 pages46 min read
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About This Book
When master detective Feluda visits the quiet village of Sonahati for a seemingly routine reception, he finds himself drawn into a web of intrigue surrounding a legendary pink pearl. As rumors of hidden treasures and mysterious collectors swirl, Feluda must unravel the truth before the village's secrets claim another victim.
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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
Benaras— Also known as Varanasi, a holy city in Uttar Pradesh, India, where Motilal Boral lives.
Calcutta— A major city in India, now known as Kolkata, from where the protagonists travel.
Sonahati— A town in Bengal, formerly a village, now with modern amenities like a school, hospital, and hotel.
Delhi— The capital city of India, a key location in the story's events.
Dharampur— A fictional or lesser-known town in Uttar Pradesh, described as a former princely state.
Chittaranjan Avenue— A prominent street in Kolkata, where Maganlal Meghraj has a house.
Vocabulary
Babu— A respectful term used in India for men, often as a suffix to names.
bearer— Bearer (or bearers) refers to domestic attendants or servants, especially in Indian households or hotels.
dhoti— A traditional men's garment in India, consisting of a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist and legs.
kurta— A traditional long shirt worn in South Asia, often by men.
naagra— Naagra (or naagras) refers to traditional Indian slip-on shoes, often made of leather and embroidered.
achkan— A knee-length coat-like garment worn by men in India, usually for formal occasions.
