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Tintoretto's Jesus
A Mysterious Heir and a Vanished Legacy
by Satyajit RayDetective FictionMystery
Tintorettor Jishu (তিনতোরেত্তোর যীশু)
Originally in Bengali1982
Story #2112 chapters80 pages1h 27min read
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About This Book
When a long-lost relative arrives at the ancestral home of the Niyogis, secrets from decades past begin to surface, shrouded in intrigue and suspicion. As Feluda investigates, he must untangle a web of family history, missing persons, and art world mysteries. What hidden truths lie behind the enigmatic return—and what dangers await those who seek them?
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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
Calcutta— A major city in India (now Kolkata), referenced as a place Rudrasekhar may need to visit.
Baikunthapur— A place where the Niyogi family lives and the main setting for this chapter.
Bhudev Singh— The author of an article about the Niyogi family published in a magazine.
Hong Kong— A major city and business hub in Asia, where Walter Krikorian has business interests.
Rome— The capital city of Italy, where Rudrasekhar has been living.
Hiralal Somani— The full name of Mr Somani, whose business card is provided.
Vocabulary
Felu— The nickname and respectful form of address for Pradosh Mitter, a renowned private investigator and the protagonist of the stories.
Babu— A respectful term used in Bengali and other Indian languages to address men, often appended to a name.
lakhs— A unit in the Indian numbering system equal to one hundred thousand (100,000).
Rajah— An Indian royal title, equivalent to king or prince.
Baba— A Bengali and Hindi term for father or a respectful elder.
bearer— A servant or attendant, especially one who serves food or drinks in Indian households.
